2027 Early Careers Programme - Property Management

Workman LLP; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Discretionary bonus

Healthcare

Life insurance

Wellness programme

Long service holidays

Birthday off

Cycle to work

Holiday buy/sell

Office social events

Referral bonus

Job summary

Workman LLP in Manchester seeks a Management Surveyor to oversee daily management of diverse commercial properties. You will advise landlords and tenants on leases, repairs and maintenance while handling rental income and service charges.

You will work with clients to enhance property portfolios and pursue APC/Chartered Surveyor progression, with exposure to ESG, Facilities Management and accounting teams.

Qualifications

• RICS-accredited degree or equivalent for pathway.
• Minimum 2:2 classification (or equivalent) for degree pathways.
• 96 UCAS tariff points and GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent) for Apprenticeship.
• Willingness to work both on-site and in the office.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day management of a varied portfolio of commercial properties.
• Provide specialist landlord/tenant advice on leases and maintenance.
• Manage rental income and tenant-related charges.
• Collaborate with clients to enhance property portfolio values.
• Arrange inspections and administer service charges.
• Support tenants with rent reviews, lettings and renewals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Initiative

Resilience

Team player

On-site & office work

Client service

Education

RICS-Accredited degree

Non-RICS degree

Apprenticeship in Surveying

Job description

You'll be part of a team delivering a full range of property management services across a diverse portfolio of commercial, industrial, and retail properties.

A key feature of our programme is early and consistent client exposure, giving you the opportunity to build relationships and develop confidence in real-world settings from the outset.

You'll also collaborate closely with our ESG, Facilities Management, Property Accounting, and Building Surveying teams, gaining broad exposure across disciplines.

As part of the programme, you'll earn your IOSH certificate and attend external events and industry forums.

This position is full-time, combining on-the-job training with attendance at external events and forums.

Available Pathways

• Graduate Pathways RICS-Accredited Degree 24-month programme designed to support you in completing the APC and becoming a Chartered Surveyor.
• Non-RICS Accredited Degree 30-month programme designed to support you in completing an MSc in Commercial Real Estate alongside the APC, leading to Chartered Surveyor status.
• Apprentice Pathway Commercial Real Estate Degree Apprenticeship 5-year programme designed to support you in completing a BSc in Commercial Real Estate and the APC to become a Chartered Surveyor.

What You'll Do

As a Management Surveyor, you'll oversee the day-to-day management of a varied portfolio of commercial properties, including retail, office, and industrial assets.

You'll provide specialist advice to landlords and tenants on matters such as lease obligations, repairs, and maintenance, while overseeing the management of rental income and other tenant-related charges.

You'll also work closely with clients to help enhance the value of their property portfolios.

Our clients include large institutional investors, pension funds, insurance companies, and property companies.

Other responsibilities include:

• Arranging and undertaking property inspections.
• Preparing and administering service charge expenditure.
• Ensuring compliance with legislation, including Health & Safety requirements and other regulations.
• Managing tenant applications for assignments, subletting, and alterations.
• Supporting clients with value-enhancement opportunities, including rent reviews, lettings, and lease renewals.
• Reporting to and working with clients on tenure matters and physical property improvements.

What Matters Most in This Role

We're looking for individuals who demonstrate:

• Enthusiasm and commitment to meeting both client and tenant requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships and work collaboratively.
• Resilience and a positive attitude.
• The confidence to take responsibility, use initiative, and remain calm under pressure.
• A willingness to work in different environments, both on-site and in the office.
• A proactive approach to personal development and ownership of your learning and career progression.

Entry Requirements

Graduate Applicants

RICS-Accredited Degree Pathway RICS-accredited degree with a minimum 2:2 classification (or equivalent).

Non-RICS Degree Pathway

Non-cognate, non-RICS accredited degree with a minimum 2:2 classification.

Apprentice Applicants

96 UCAS tariff points (or equivalent) and GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent); OR An Advanced Apprenticeship in Surveying or Construction Technical with a minimum DD profile (or equivalent qualification), plus GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).

Why Workman?

Hybrid working to offer you a great work life balance, with a minimum of three days in the office.

The first 6 months you will be required to work in the office full time.

A full-time contract (35 hours a week)

• Discretionary annual bonus and salary reviews.
• Healthcare, life insurance & wellness programme.
• Long service additional holidays, your birthday off and an extra day between Christmas and New Year.
• Lifestyle benefits to suit you: gym membership, cycle to work, buy and sell holiday to name just a few.
• Social events throughout the year including a firm wide Christmas party!
• Generous referral bonus.

About Workman

As the UK's leading independent commercial property management specialist, Workman has an enviable position within the property industry.

We are proud of our longstanding relationships with many of our clients, some of whom we have worked with for more than 25 years.

Our clients include leading institutional and sector-specialist investors, private property companies, public sector bodies and a growing number of overseas investors.

We pride ourselves on the calibre of our employees and their unique skill sets.

For more information on working for Workman please visit Our People | Workman LLP

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are an equal opportunities employer, and it is our policy is to recruit a diverse workforce and follow the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010

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