Avison Young │ UK
Associate Director/ Director
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Associate Director/ Director
Property Management Assistant – Regional Support Role
About Avison Young
Our company was founded in Canada in 1978 and has since grown into a global commercial real estate advisory firm spanning 120 locations across 20 countries. Uniting 5,000 employees, our purpose is to transform places where people live, work, and play, ensuring they foster happiness, health, and long-lasting social and economic value.
Our approach blends curiosity, passion, and strategic intelligence, fostering collaboration across teams, operations, and projects. Through our Principal-led, privately-owned model, every employee has the opportunity to own a share in the business, driving shared success and shared responsibility.
Why Work for Us?
- Inclusion & Growth: Our diverse teams thrive on gender neutrality, background diversity, and underrepresented talent. We provide collaborative autonomy, allowing you to shape client relationships, drive strategy, and grow the business.
- Ownership & Influence: As a privately-owned firm, employees can become ** Principals**, gaining voting rights and a direct stake in our future.
- Mission-Driven Work: We create value beyond profit—meaningful places that improve lives.
- Global Opportunities: Partitions or office-based roles—confirm your right to work in the UK.
Responsibilities
Core Duties
- Team & Regional Support:
- Manage and develop a team as delegated by the Regional Head.
- Attend all regional business development meetings.
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Financial & Administrative Functions:
- Assist in forecasting, fee billing, cash collection, and debt management against targets.
- Maintain compliance, risk assessment, and reporting for regional operations.
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Client Relations & Reporting:
- Produce monthly/quarterly reports and attend client meetings.
- Manage rent, service charge, and tenant queries effectively.
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Property & Tenant Management:
- Handle landlord-tenant formalities, including rent reviews, lease renewals, tenant applications, and related enquiries.
- Liaise with building managers and facilities teams on maintenance/operations.
- Conduct regular property inspections.
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ESG & Strategic Initiatives:
- Connect with our sustainability team to align properties with ESG best practices.
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Team & Growth:
- Identify and generate new business development opportunities.
- Work with client-facing data teams on lease updates.
Requirements
Experience & Skills
Preferred Qualifications
- RICS Qualified (but not mandatory)—commercial property industry experience is key.
- Busy office/property management environment exposure (preferably prior tenure).
- Proven expertise in Landlord & Tenant matters.
Essential Competencies
- Customer-centric communication for client, tenant, and stakeholder engagement.
- Commercial acumen and ability to work under pressure.
- High attention to detail with IT proficiency (Excel, PowerPoint, PDF editors).
- Property management software knowledge (e.g., Voyager—advantageous).
- Collaborative adaptability to integrate seamlessly in teams.
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Exchangeable Qualities
- Development business experience with an existing client base.
- Talent generation & relationship-building capabilities.
- Familiarity with professional services or blue-chip organisational frameworks.
Note: Responsibilities listed are indicative; the role requires adaptability.
Equal Opportunities & Inclusion
We champion fairness, diversity, and equal opportunity. Key details:
Commitments
- Inclusive Leadership: Progress on gender/ethnic balance at all levels as part of our Women’s Network and DEI initiatives.
- DEI Steering Committee: Enforces accountability, removes barriers among workplace segments (e.g., disability confident status, flexibility for diverse recruitment).
Support
- Adjustments: Request alternate formats, building access, or support needs at careers.uk@avisonyoung.com.
- Ambitious Transparency: Even if not all qualifications align, explore applications—share why you’re a strong fit.
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