Location: East of England (Cambridge, Peterborough, Norwich and surrounding areas)
Salary: £28,000 per annum
Working hours: Full-Time, 37.5 hours per week
Here at Serco we work with Asylum Accommodation and Support Services to assist individuals through the asylum system, which includes providing them with temporary accommodation. AASC contracts offer a range of improvements, with a particular focus on assisting individuals through the asylum system. They will ensure that vulnerable asylum seekers have access to the support they need and set clear requirements on the standard and condition of accommodation.
The key purpose of this role is to identify and procure accommodation of the appropriate volume for the Asylum, Accommodation and Support Contract (AASC), that match our obligations and requirements in terms of property type, volume and quality. You will establish and maintain landlord, investor and agent networks and will carry out inspections and to rapidly manage properties through the pipeline to the point they are available for occupation.
As a Property Negotiator you will be responsible for developing promotional material and use this material to actively promote the AASC Contract’s need for property in targeted areas. You will work with local Agents, Landlords and Investors to make them aware of the type and volume of properties that the AASC Contract requires. You will be required to meet with potential landlords to discuss property requirements and identify prospects.
Other key accountabilities will include:
Actively searching for new properties in targeted areas through local estate agents, area visits (driving local streets), media (newspaper and web), landlord relationships and other networks
To assess the fit of property prospects to the AASC Contract’s requirements, progressing/rejecting properties as appropriate and using this consideration in setting appropriate negotiation targets & limits
Estimate the approximate value of all remedial works required to bring the property to the required standards of the contract and use this cost consideration in setting appropriate negotiation targets & limits
Select the most appropriate landlord lease agreement, and negotiate and agree appropriate rental terms directly with the landlord
Complete/check the required paperwork/forms for the property (including EPC, proof of ownership, planning permissions, meter readings, Local Authority Building Control applications and other related documentation.)
Ensure that all properties procured to the portfolio are safe, habitable, fit for purpose and fully equipped in accordance with AASC Standards to delivery to the Accommodation Team.
What you need to do the job
You are required to have a minimum GCSE education. You should have as a minimum 2 years working within a property related industry. Clean driving Licence is preferred.
Why Serco?
A place you can make an impact - With approximately 20,000 asylum seekers and more than 5,000 properties you’ll be delivering an essential service that touch people’s lives.
A place you can count on - Our diverse UK-wide operations offer unrivalled opportunities to learn and develop. You’ll be able to broaden your experience and apply your skills in new ways.
A place for you - We are a motivated team who will encourage you and help you to succeed. You’ll have the resources you need to do your job in a diverse and supportive environment.
What we offer
Pension – up to 6%
Employee Assistance Programme
Chance to contribute to innovation in the public services
A company passionate about diversity and inclusion
A safe and supportive culture
About Serco
At Serco, not only is the nature of the work we do important, everyone has an important role to play, from caring for vulnerable people to managing complex public services. We are a team of 50,000 people responsible for delivering essential public services around the world in areas including defence, transport, justice, immigration, healthcare and citizen services. We are innovators, committed to redesigning and improving public services for the benefit of everyone.
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Serco is a Disability Confident Employer committed to employing and retaining people with disabilities. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview. For help with your application please contact 0345 010 4000.
We see people first and foremost for their performance and potential. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation that supports the needs of all. As such we will make reasonable adjustments at interview through to employment for our candidates. We’re a proud holder of the Silver Inclusive Employer Standard and we actively encourage applications from females, those with disabilities or from an ethnic minority background.
