Job Description

Areas of Interest

Building Management, Facilities Management

Location(s)

London - England - United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Job Title: General Manager - Rathbone Square

Reports to: Associate Director

Role Purpose: Optimise the commercial viability and performance of the property through the implementation of quality operational and fiscal management, marketing, customer care and management of risk. Contribute to the asset performance through the implementation of specific objectives and initiatives set out in the asset and business plans.

Key Responsibilities

People

\xc2\xb7 Conduct regular performance reviews with the team, to include setting and reviewing of objectives and development plans. Where relevant, ensure performance management process is implemented in a timely manner.

\xc2\xb7 Identify and implement plans to ensure the development of the team, including succession planning and training activities.

\xc2\xb7 Recruit and select employees to ensure that the team structure and capability meets current and future needs and the achievement of budget and business plan targets.

\xc2\xb7 Ensure adherence to policies, processes and procedures across the property.

Commerciality

• Manage and operate the property as a commercial business venture in accordance with the agreed Asset strategy.
• Create and implement a business plan and strategic direction in line with the Clients\' overall business objectives.
• To develop and maintain a positive image of the building in its location, ensuring that it has an image to match the Asset Management Strategy
• Implement and support where necessary agreed Brand values.
• To implement and develop a premier properties approach to the management of the property
• To implement and develop with the supply partners a premier properties approach to the management of the property.
• To implement recommendations from customer feedback provided through the premier properties annual customer survey.
• Explore opportunities to enable the Centre to provide superior service to occupiers\' e.g. consistent and visible level of occupier liaison.
• Explore and generate new business opportunities/channels within the market place to ensure an increase in the commercial performance of the property.
• Maintain an up to date knowledge and awareness of market practices and legislation affecting centre management, adopting a proactive approach to changing market conditions.
• Ensure surveying colleagues are appraised of requests for tenant alternations, approving as appropriate, tenant applications for minor alterations and ensuring all works are carried out in accordance with the consent granted.
• Oversee the delivery of an agreed marketing strategy and liaising with the tenants/merchants associations as required.
• Regularly monitor and report on competition activity within the catchment area affecting the Centre including reviewing any significant planning applications submitted to the local planning authority.
• Encourage maximum positive local press and media coverage through the management of good press relations and acting as the local spokesperson, as required.
• Participate in and influence local community matters for the benefit of the Centre through local chambers of trade and other relevant bodies.
• Inform surveying colleagues of any matters regarding the local/regional economy, transportation and planning issues that may affect the Centre.
• To be responsible for the drafting, control and reporting of service charge budget and expenditure for the site(s) in accordance with the agreed KPIs and RICS Service Charge Code.

Compliance

• To tender and place contracts for services relating to the site(s) and manage appointed contracts against agreed KPI\'s. Ensure procurement is carried out in line with company policy.
• To monitor all activities relating to the site(s), reporting and taking action as appropriate
• Conduct regular inspections of the building fabric and take appropriate action when required
• To work with key stakeholders and external consultants in ensuring a maintenance and repair programme is in place
• To compile and maintain records relating to the site(s); e.g. asset register, plans, plant testing, etc., taking any action which may be required
• To be responsible for Health and Safety compliance on site, and the maintenance of records and the Meridian system
• To be responsible for Environmental management on site, in compliance with CBREMS/client policies
• Be aware of, and ensure compliance with, CBRE\'s Sustainability standards and set and implement an appropriate strategy for the Centre for environmental and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) obligations.
• Maintain and review as necessary, the Centre Disaster Recovery and Major Incident Management Plan, ensuring occupiers and team are fully briefed on evacuation and emergency procedures and, in the event of a major incident occurring, to comply with relevant internal procedures.
• To liaise with local authorities as appropriate

Quality Control

\xc2\xb7 To nurture and develop an effective working relationship with the tenants and ensure operational queries raised by them are dealt with efficiently

\xc2\xb7 To chair where relevant tenant meetings, and to participate accordingly, both individual and group

\xc2\xb7 To proactively manage risk and deal with insurance issues on site

\xc2\xb7 To ensure the property achieves the KPIs set by the client, in conjunction with other stakeholders

\xc2\xb7 To manage major work programmes on site, acting as the liaison point for all parties involved

\xc2\xb7 To produce regular reports to operational team as required

\xc2\xb7 Develop and foster a \xe2\x80\x9cpartnership\xe2\x80\x9d approach and maintain regular liaison with occupiers, both formally and informally, through tenant/merchant association meetings in order to drive sales, optimise performance and ensure feedback on tenant performance is provided.

\xc2\xb7 Ensure occupier welcome packs and guides are produced, maintained and distributed as appropriate. This should include shopfitting and fit out design, operational issues and centre rules and regulations to all new occupiers, assignees, sub-lessees etc.

\xc2\xb7 Through the provision of high standards of customer facilities, services and bespoke initiatives promote customer loyalty by exceeding customer expectation, encourage repeat visits and increase customer dwell time and spend.

Other

\xc2\xb7 Any other duties as directed by your Line Manager

Person Specification/Requirements

\xc2\xb7 Proven track record of developing and effectively managing a team

\xc2\xb7 Experience of delivering financial targets

\xc2\xb7 Proven ability to understand and interpret the local market environment and formulate business development plans accordingly

\xc2\xb7 Ability to work with a broad spectrum of internal and external contacts

\xc2\xb7 Proven track record in large property, Centre or Retail Management or a service driven environment.

\xc2\xb7 IOSH (NEBOSH, preferred)

\xc2\xb7 Up to date knowledge of legislation relating to property management

\xc2\xb7 Able to build and maintain client relationships as well as other parts of the wider team

\xc2\xb7 Understand the client\'s investment objectives

\xc2\xb7 Able to build and maintain tenant/customer relationships

\xc2\xb7 Able to build and maintain supplier relationships

\xc2\xb7 Apply the principles of service charge management to ensure compliance with all regulatory and procedural requirements

\xc2\xb7 Be able to specify services, tender contracts and select service providers

\xc2\xb7 Know and be able to apply legislation and policies relating to Health and Safety

\xc2\xb7 Know and be able to apply legislation and policies relating to Environmental protection

\xc2\xb7 Understand insurance relating to buildings and the FSA regulations

\xc2\xb7 Understand the law relating to TUPE

\xc2\xb7 Understand and apply all procedures relating to work activities

\xc2\xb7 Able to use IT software such as Word, Excel, and databases, Understand and use industry/CBRE specific IT applications

\xc2\xb7 Able to delegate, supervise and develop junior team members

\xc2\xb7 Able to work as part of a team, supporting other team members and recognising the work of others

Competencies

\xc2\xb7 Analytical Thinking

\xc2\xb7 Commercial Awareness

\xc2\xb7 Concern for Impact

\xc2\xb7 Customer Focused

\xc2\xb7 Decision Making

\xc2\xb7 Motivating Others

\xc2\xb7 People Development

\xc2\xb7 Planning and Organising

\xc2\xb7 Results Focused

\xc2\xb7 Team Working

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.

ABOUT CBRE

CBRE is the world\'s leading commercial real estate services firm with offices located around the globe. We have over 70,000 employees worldwide, with almost 2,500 of those in the UK alone. The company\'s core services include property sales, leasing and management, facilities and project management, investment management and, research and consulting. In Central London, CBRE advises on more commercial property than any other adviser and across the United Kingdom with offices in Aberdeen, Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Jersey, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, and Southampton.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Minimum of four years of related experience and/or training. Associates degree or Bachelors degree preferred with focus on business, technical or management areas. Prior supervisory experience preferred.

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES

Facility Management certification preferred. Driver\'s license may be required.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong organizational and analytical skills. Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers. Ability to effectively present information. Ability to respond effectively to sensitive issues.

FINANCIAL KNOWLEDGE

Requires advanced knowledge of financial terms and principles. Ability to calculate intermediate figures such as percentages, discounts, and commissions. Conducts advanced financial analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to comprehend, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to solve problems involving several options in situations. Requires advanced analytical and quantitative skills.

OTHER SKILLS and/or ABILITIES

Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and intranet/internet.

Ability to use work order system.

Working knowledge of architectural, electrical and mechanical systems. Working knowledge of leases, contracts and related documents.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

Decisions made with thorough understanding of procedures, company policies, and business practices to achieve general results and deadlines. Responsible for setting work unit and/or project deadlines. Errors in judgment may cause short-term impact to department.

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