HFD

Service Charge Executive

HFD  •  £35k - £38k/yr  •  Bellshill, GB (Onsite)  •  21 days ago
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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Service Charge Executive to join our property management team in Bellshill, North Lanarkshire. This is a key mid-level role supporting the day-to-day financial and operational management of a portfolio consisting of commercial business parks and office buildings.

The role will consist of service charge lifecycle, from budget preparation and tenant liaison through to year-end reconciliation and lease compliance, working closely with property managers, surveyors, and finance teams.

Key Responsibilities

Service Charge Budgets & Reconciliation

  • Prepare and issue annual service charge budgets
    for commercial assets including business parks and multi-tenanted office
    buildings
  • Manage the full reconciliation process at
    year-end, ensuring accuracy and compliance with RICS guidelines and lease terms
  • Monitor expenditure throughout the year,
    identifying variances and reporting to senior management monthly
  • Coordinate with external auditors and
    accountants to ensure timely sign-off of annual reconciliation.

Tenant Liaison & Queries

  • Serve as the primary point of contact for tenants on all service charge matters.
  • Handle and resolve tenant queries relating to budgets, demands, income, reconciliations, and on-site services in a professional and timely manner.
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with occupiers to support lease retention and satisfaction.
  • Attend tenant meetings as required.

Lease Compliance & Reporting

  • Review and interpret commercial leases to ensure service charge obligations are correctly applied.
  • Ensure all service charge demands and reconciliations are issued in accordance with lease provisions and statutory requirements.
  • Maintain accurate records and produce regular management reports on portfolio performance.
  • Support the wider team in due diligence for acquisitions, disposals, and lease renewals.

Person Specification

Essential

  • Proven experience in commercial property service charge management (business parks, offices, or mixed-use assets).
  • Strong understanding of service charge budgeting, reconciliation, and RICS Service Charge Code.
  • Ability to read and interpret commercial leases.
  • Excellent numerical and analytical skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with confidence in tenant-facing situations.
  • Proficient in property management software and Microsoft Excel.

Desirable

  • MRICS qualified or working towards RICS accreditation.
  • Experience managing multi-tenanted business park or office portfolios in Scotland.
  • Knowledge of Scottish commercial lease law and service charge implications.
HFD

About HFD

HFD is a diverse and dynamic property, technology, and energy specialist, standing at the intersection of innovation and sustainability. We have built our reputation over the last 30 years with our divisions pioneering new standards to create lasting value.

We have delivered over £1 billion in gross development value, with more than 2.8 million sq ft of property completed and have the first Tier III certified data centre in Scotland. We invest in, develop, and manage a range of prestigious developments, including Strathclyde Business Park, 177 Bothwell Street and G1 in George Square, Glasgow.

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Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Glasgow, GB
Year Founded
1989
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