Built in 1895 by William Waldorf Astor, the building is a no-expense-spared celebration of the greatest craftsmen of the day, and a joyful architectural fantasia. Today, Two Temple Place is owned by registered charity The Bulldog Trust, and as part of our activities as a registered charity, we run a growing programme of cultural and community exhibitions, events and projects. This public access is made possible through the busy calendar of exclusive commercial hire, comprising corporate dinners, weddings, product launches, receptions and filming. As the Premises Manager you will oversee the day-to-day care, safety and smooth running of our remarkable building. You can find the full job description on the Vacancies page of our website. Reporting to: The Director Works closely with: Head of Culture and Community, Head of Events and Commercial, General Manager Salary: £39,000 per annum (pro-rata if applying for part-time). Contract: Permanent. The role is offered as Full-time, but we will accept Part-time applications which would allow us to combine your application with that of another exceptional candidate. There is a six-month probationary period, and holiday entitlement is 25 days, plus Bank Holidays. We operate a contributory Pension Scheme. Application deadline: Monday 27 April 2026 23:59. PERSON SPECIFICATION Experience & Skills: Personal Attributes: Please choose ONE of the following two ways of applying: In either means of application – letter or video – you should outline your interest in Two Temple Place’s Premises Manager role and how your experience makes you suitable. On receipt of your application, you will receive an Equal Opportunities form by weblink. Please fill this in to complete your application. The form helps us in monitoring how we are reaching applicants. This information is anonymously stored.Job Summary
Job Description
This role offers significant scope for development and hands on learning, working as the lead facilities professional within a small and collaborative organisation.
You will manage all building services, planned and reactive maintenance and operational systems, ensuring the building is safe, efficient, compliant and welcoming to staff, tenants and the public.
Alongside daily maintenance tasks, you will contribute to strategic conservation planning, sustainability goals and longer term capital projects.
This role will require occasional working hours flexibility in response to operational needs. We include a TOIL arrangement in our contract terms.Job Requirements
Practical knowledge or qualifications in building or facilities management (IOSH preferred), or equivalent experience.
Strong understanding of Health & Safety management and compliance.
Hands-on maintenance skills across basic electrics, plumbing and carpentry.
Experience liaising with contractors and managing maintenance contracts.
Ability to create and maintain organised systems, schedules and logs.
Experience preparing and implementing risk assessments.
Budget management experience, including costings and project forecasts.
Interest in historic building conservation.
Practical, proactive and solutions focused.
Strong communication and relationship building skills.
Organised, methodical and able to prioritise effectively.
Flexible and responsive to operational demands.
Commitment to the charitable aims of The Bulldog Trust and to equality, diversity and inclusion.Useful Links
How to Apply
1) Send us a covering letter of no more than two sides of A4 and your CV to [email protected]
2) Send us your CV and a short video (maximum of 3 minutes) via WeTransfer www.wetransfer.com to [email protected]