PROPERTY MANAGER

Property Manager (Residential Lettings)

Location: Richmond, Surrey
Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum + Performance Bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am-5:30pm - 8.5 hours per day (including 1-hour lunch break) with some Saturdays 9am-3pm (a day off in the week is provided)
Holiday: 20 days initially (rising to 25 days) + Bank Holidays
Start Date: Immediate start available (Latest start: late August / early September 2026)

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and driven Residential Property Manager to oversee the daily operations of our busy property management department.

In this role, you will manage a dedicated portfolio of residential properties, balancing hands-on maintenance coordination, strict legal compliance, and exceptional customer service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys building strong relationships with landlords, tenants, and contractors.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily Operations: Manage the day-to-day running, general administration, and electronic record-keeping for your assigned portfolio.
Maintenance & Projects: Coordinate contractors for daily reactive repairs and oversee major refurbishment projects.
Compliance Management: Ensure all properties meet strict UK statutory regulations, specifically tracking and renewing EPCs, EICRs, and Gas Safety Certificates (GSI).
Property Inspections: Carry out routine site visits to identify maintenance or compliance issues, implementing swift corrective actions.
Tenancy Lifecycle: Manage end-of-tenancy processes, including check-outs, deposit negotiations, and property turnarounds.
Conflict Resolution: Act as the primary point of contact to handle complex queries, tenant complaints, and landlord updates professionally.
Financial Administration: Process contractor invoices accurately into our property management software and prepare regular operational reports.

What We Are Looking For:

Experience: Proven property management experience within a residential lettings environment is essential.
Qualifications: ARLA Level 3 qualification is highly desirable, though not essential for candidates with strong industry experience.
Communication: Exceptional verbal and written English, with the ability to build trust and resolve disputes confidently.
Skills: Strong administrative skills, great attention to detail, and proficiency in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Attributes: A smart, well-presented team player who can also work autonomously.
Licence: A clean, valid driving licence is required to conduct property inspections.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary up to £40k plus bonus potential.
Growing holiday allowance from 20 to 25 days over time.
A supportive, collaborative team environment.