We are seeking a motivated and experienced Facilities Team Leader to oversee the delivery of high-quality facilities services across our campus. This role combines contract management with hands-on leadership of the facilities team, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and exceptional service standards.
Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest.
You will be responsible for managing supplier relationships, leading the Facilities team, and driving continuous improvement across all aspects of facilities management—including maintenance, health & safety, sustainability, and budget control.
About CDL
CDL is one of the UK's leading software development houses, employing over 600 people at its campus in Stockport. It has a consistent history in the high-volume retail insurance sector. CDL has spearheaded developments in the aggregator, web and telematics space, including connected home, enrichment and self-service solutions. As a result, the company's robust and innovative technologies have enabled its customers to thrive in the highly competitive UK insurance marketplace.
We have built a collaborative and creative culture where we employ agile techniques to deliver our pace-setting applications. We pride ourselves on cultivating an inspiring working environment with our employees at the heart of our company.
In a nutshell we are the market leading software house in our industry, creating the software, websites & apps for the Insurance & Finance sector across the UK. If you were to go on a price comparison website, approximately 65% of the companies on there are our clients!
Key Responsibilities of our Facilities Team Leader:
Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the facilities team across multiple sites
Oversee all service contracts, ensuring SLAs and KPIs are met or exceeded
Develop and maintain strong relationships with contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders
Monitor and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost-saving initiatives
Ensure full compliance with health & safety regulations, statutory requirements, and company policies
Drive sustainability initiatives and energy efficiency programs
Implement preventative maintenance schedules and reactive repair protocols
Conduct regular audits, inspections, and risk assessments
Provide strategic input into facilities planning, space utilisation, and capital projects
Mentor, coach, and develop team members to foster a high-performance culture
Skills Knowledge and Expertise of our Facilities Team Leader:
NVQ Level 3 or equivalent in Facilities Management or Building Services
IOSH Managing Safely or NEBOSH Certificate
Proven experience in contract management and supplier negotiation
Strong understanding of building systems, compliance, and maintenance
Leadership & Skills of our Facilities Team Leader:
Minimum 5 years' experience in a facilities leadership role
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage contractors
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement
Financial acumen and experience managing operational budgets
Salary
The salary for the role of Facilities Team Leader pays up to £45,000p.a. Your growth and advancement within CDL are only limited by your own ambition and effort.
Benefits
25 days holiday to start, increasing by 1 day per 1 year of service up to 30 days.
Top employer for 9th year running
Excellent training and development platform
Opportunities for career progression
Health and Wellbeing programme
Virtual activities, lunch and learns, coffee mornings and meetups.
Life and health assurance
Electric Vehicle Scheme
Established Recognition Award System
Great Parental Benefits
Diversity and Inclusion network
Pension scheme
Community projects and volunteer days
Refer a friend bonus
Campus Benefits:
On-site free parking
Open plan modern offices
Quiet Spaces are also available
Subsidised restaurant
Games room and chill out zone
Annual Hackathon & Deep Racer Events
Social activities, regular social events through our social group Xtra, including a summer BBQ, competitions, bowling, go-karting, football games, Winter party and much more!
Car wash, barber, yoga classes, boot camp and massage services all on site
Cycle to work scheme
Shower and dry rooms
Diversity and inclusion
We're on a journey to keep innovating, which means welcoming new ideas and ways of thinking.
CDL recognises that building a diverse workforce is critical to the success of our business. We strongly encourage applications from a diverse talent pool and welcome the opportunity to discuss flexibility requirements and workplace adjustments with all our applicants.
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