British Embassy
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View Vacancy – Accommodation Support Team Manager
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Other British Government Departments (Partners across Government, including UK Visas)
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MOD (Ministry of Defence)
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Main purpose of job: The British Defence Staff in the United States is part of the British Embassy located in Washington DC and is responsible for defence and security engagement with the United States government and Department of Defence. Our purpose is to defend United Kingdom interests by strengthening the trans-Atlantic defence and security relationship. The United States Support Group provides a range of support services to British Defence Staff working in the US, including human resource administration, welfare, medical, education and accommodation services. The Accommodation Support Team is responsible for sourcing permanent and temporary accommodation, furniture, logistics and routine support across the US. We are recruiting a new team manager to lead and manage this team to deliver accommodation support services. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact to the delivery of accommodation support to 2400+ personnel and their families living in some 30 States. At the heart of the team’s mandate is the need to drive forward process improvements which both enhance the service offering and deliver improved value for the organization. We are looking for highly motivated individuals who have a real passion for service delivery and team management. Applicants should be able to operate comfortably in a high paced environment, have good communication skills and be able to think innovatively and creatively. Whilst experience in a housing management sector would be advantageous, it is not essential; applications from candidates with proven people management experience are welcomed. A positive attitude and strong work ethic will be paramount. |
Roles and responsibilities:
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Resources managed (staff and expenditure): Eight staff (split in two sites). Oversight of $32M expenditure, direct management of $10M within tasked authorisation limits. |
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- At least 5 years of experience in a fast paced, customer focused environment.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Experience of leading a team and people management.
- Financial management skills with experience of change management and implementation.
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office suite of programs, specifically MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
- Must be a citizen of either the USA, UK, Canada, Australia or New Zealand
Under US State Department requirements, the UK Government in the US may only employ, as non-diplomatic staff, persons who are US citizens, US Permanent Residents, A and NATO visa holders with EAD cards, and L2 visa holders with an up-to-date I-94 form.
Language requirements:
Language: English
Level of language required: Fluent both spoken and written.
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- Knowledge of managing housing leases and or rental agreements
- Experience of managing commercial contracts
- Knowledge/ experience of working with the military.
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Changing and Improving, Delivering at Pace, Leadership, Making Effective Decisions, Managing a Quality Service
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9 June 2024
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Higher Executive Officer (HEO)
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Full-time, Permanent
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Americas, Caribbean & Overseas Territories
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United States
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Washington
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British Embassy
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USD
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$81,100 per annum
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22 July 2024
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The British Embassy and its US Network is committed to all employee’s ongoing learning and development needs. We offer a comprehensive platform for personalised learning for everything from soft skill development (communicating with impact, handling difficult conversations, time management) to more technical or professional skills necessary to complete your job (software training, formal qualifications etc.).
The UK Government operating in the US offers a substantial benefits package including generous leave, a choice of medical insurance, 401(k) matching up to 7%, extensive learning opportunities and a great work/life balance.
All selected candidates are subject to background checks and will require a security clearance prior to starting work.
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Appointable candidates who were unsuccessful may be placed on a ‘reserve list’. If during the reserve period of 6-12 months the same or a largely similar role becomes available, that role may be offered to the second or subsequent candidate.
Employees who are not liable to pay local income tax on their Mission salary, eg some non-local national staff and some spouses or partners of UK diplomatic staff, will have their salaries abated by an equivalent amount.
Internal candidates must inform their supervisor before they apply to a different position.
Only successful candidates will be contacted. Please no phone calls. Due to the high volume of resumes we receive, we cannot guarantee consideration of your application if the submission instructions are not properly followed.
The British Embassy is committed to a policy of equal opportunities and to creating a diverse working environment, free from discrimination, where everyone is included and treated fairly, based on merit alone. We are an equal opportunity employer, making all employment decisions without regard to race, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, political affiliation or any other criterion protected by law.
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Washington
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