Consents Manager

Consents Manager – Co‑op – Manchester, England, United Kingdom

Consents Manager
£32,000 – £45,000 plus excellent benefits (Work Level 6A)
Permanent – Hybrid – Manchester city centre. The role supports delivery of refit projects in food stores and funeral homes, ensuring landlord and neighbour consents are obtained.

• Review lease terms to identify required landlord/neighbour consent.
• Compile request packs and communicate with landlords to secure consent, following up as needed.
• Assist construction team with repair responsibilities and obtain necessary consents for asset renewal works.
• Collaborate with in‑house legal and finance teams on licenses, renegotiation of terms, and cost implications.
• Maintain a tracker and produce weekly risk‑minimisation reports.

• An understanding of property leases.
• High organisational skill and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent relationship building with internal and external partners at all levels.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proficient Microsoft Excel and reporting skills.

Co‑op is member‑owned and purpose‑driven. As a member‑owned organisation you’ll find a purpose‑led culture focused on people and communities. You’ll receive:

• An annual bonus (based on personal and business performance).
• 28 days holiday (32 with service) plus bank holidays.
• Pension with up to 10% employer contributions.
• Access to a subsidised onsite gym.
• Coaching and training for career development.
• Wagestream app – unlock a percentage of your pay as you earn.

Co‑op welcomes applications from all backgrounds. If you have a disability, we can make reasonable adjustments. The Disability Confident scheme invites disabled candidates for interview if they meet the minimum criteria.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Other – Consumer Services

Applications may close early. An online assessment of up to 50 minutes is required (no assessment for current co‑op colleagues).