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The Church of England
The Church of England
CharityNon-profitSocial Impact
The Church of England is England’s established Christian church and the mother church of the worldwide Anglican Communion. Its work combines worship and pastoral care with community outreach, education, safeguarding, charitable activity, and interfaith engagement. Through local parishes, dioceses, bishops, the Archbishops’ Council, and the Church Commissioners, it supports communities across England while providing national leadership, online services, and devotional resources.
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Property Officer, Acquisitions and Disposals (Hybrid)

Manage property acquisitions, disposals, compliance, and void-property refurbishments for The Church of England’s housing portfolio. Coordinate purchases, sales, contractors, approvals, records, and tenancy-readiness activities.

GBUnited KingdomHybridFull-timeMiddleSeniorEnglish RequiredGeneral

Description

  • Identify suitable properties for the portfolio based on budget, location, and design considerations
  • Present potential acquisitions to the Acquisitions and Disposals Manager or Head of Operations and Strategy
  • Lead property acquisitions and negotiations through completion
  • Instruct professional advisers, arrange surveys and tests, review documentation, and obtain specialist advice
  • Negotiate with agents and developers and organise property viewings
  • Secure internal approvals and coordinate deposits, purchases, and contract execution
  • Add acquired properties and relevant details to the housing database
  • Arrange compliance works and obtain certification before new tenancies commence
  • Oversee the disposal and sale of properties that will not be retained
  • Coordinate void-property refurbishments with the housing team, maintenance partners, and contractors
  • Ensure re-let times, lead times, budgets, quality, and lettable standards are achieved
  • Issue and track contractor instructions and works orders, including updates in QL
  • Assess refurbishment works for value for money, performance, and quality
  • Keep property records, void trackers, cost information, and progress data accurate and current
  • Supply property information and certificates to compliance and business services teams
  • Monitor gas capping, drain-down, and related work following tenancy endings or property purchases
  • Keep colleagues informed about ongoing works and proposed acquisitions
  • Support the management of Housing Helpline calls and team correspondence
  • Handle confidential information and maintain complete, accurate records

Requirements

  • Professional experience in a housing or property setting, preferably involving occupied residential homes
  • Background in property work with knowledge of the conveyancing process
  • Working knowledge of building construction and preventative maintenance
  • Track record of delivering customer-focused services
  • Experience supporting residents or tenants
  • Strong engagement, communication, negotiation, and influencing abilities
  • Comfortable using Microsoft applications and database systems
  • Effective communication, negotiation, and liaison skills
  • Careful attention to detail and the ability to follow established procedures
  • Accurate and consistent record-keeping skills
  • Good IT capability, including Microsoft Office
  • Able to work independently with strong organisation and self-discipline
  • Able to manage competing deadlines, priorities, and targets
  • Self-motivated and proactive, with evidence of meeting agreed objectives within time and resource limits
  • Adaptable approach with a willingness to develop innovative solutions
  • Able to build, maintain, and strengthen effective working relationships
  • Open to learning new concepts and responding positively to change
  • Knowledge of health and safety legislation, CDM, and HHSRS is desirable
  • Experience with housing management databases such as QL or SAP is preferred
  • Willing and able to travel across the United Kingdom to meet customers and contractors

Benefits

  • Annual leave entitlement starting at 25 days
  • Bank holiday entitlement
  • Three additional NCI days
  • Family-friendly policies
  • Wellbeing cashback scheme
  • Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme
  • Defined benefit pension with employer contributions of up to 18%
  • Generous life assurance cover

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