Property Procurement Officer – SW Coast

Manpower UK Ltd

Property Procurement Officer – Southwest Coast

Location: Southwest Coast

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week. Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm

Salary: 30,000 – 34,000 per annum

Manpower is recruiting a Property Procurement Officer on behalf of our client.

This field-based role focuses on sourcing and securing properties for long term contracts, building strong relationships with landlords, agents and local authority stakeholders, ensuring compliance with legislative and contractual requirements.

This is a varied role combining property procurement, partnership management, and administrative responsibilities – ideal for someone with a background in housing, lettings, or property acquisition.

Key Responsibilities
Property Procurement & Compliance

• Source and secure suitable properties through accommodation partners and agents
• Build strong relationships with landlords, local authorities, and other key stakeholders
• Ensure all properties meet legislative, contractual, and company standards
• Oversee property handover, sign-off, and compliance processes
• Maintain accurate records in line with internal policies

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with local authority Environmental Health Officers and other regional contacts
• Collaborate with the Regional Operations Manager and Head of Procurement to ensure the property portfolio meets operational needs
• Attend meetings and maintain positive working relationships across the supply chain

Performance & Administration

• Mnitor and report on procurement KPIs and performance targets
• Handle daily calls, emails, and enquiries from landlords and agents
• Manage and respond to local authority notices appropriately
• Support continuous improvement and best practice sharing across the team

Person Specification
Qualifications & Training

• GCSE or equivalent in English and Maths
• Relevant qualification in administration (desirable)

Experience

• Proven experience working in a busy environment with competing priorities
• Property-related experience such as sales, lettings, valuations, or estate agency
• Experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Background in managing multiple shared inboxes
• Skilled at handling a high volume of verbal and written requests
• Experience engaging with multiple stakeholders in person
• Familiarity with working alongside administrators
• Experience working on large or multi-site operations and coordinating communication effectively

Skills

• Solutions-focused with strong customer service skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Track record of working to and achieving KPI targets
• Excellent organisational and meeting coordination skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office applications

Personal Attributes

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a friendly, professional telephone manner
• Positive, enthusiastic, and approachable
• Strong listening skills and attention to detail

Special Requirements

• Good understanding of the local area
• Awareness of compliance requirements, including Health & Safety, GDPR, and Safeguarding

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance cover
• Health and wellbeing membership scheme
• Laptop, phone, and equipment provided where required
• Opportunities for training and development

Please note:

• Applicants must have the right to work in the UK – this role does not offer visa sponsorship
• All offers are subject to a satisfactory DBS check

f you’re ready to play a key role in securing quality housing solutions, apply today!