Head of Property Management & Lettings

Bastow Irwin Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Head of Department for their Property Management and Lettings business in Heybridge. The candidate will oversee Property Managers, manage regulations, and ensure compliance while maintaining strong relationships with contractors. With a salary of up to £46,000 per annum, this full-time position offers a dynamic work environment during standard hours with occasional Saturdays.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience managing a team of Property Managers.
• Minimum 3 years Property Management experience.
• Full valid driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage other Property Managers.
• Coordinate maintenance and tenant referencing.
• Ensure compliance with all Property management legislation.

Skills

Team management

Property management

Intermediate computer literacy

Experience with property management software

Ability to manage own workload

Education

ARLA/MARLA accreditation

Tools

DOTGOMM

Job description

Overview

Our very well Established, multi office, Independent client based in Heybridge CM9, is looking for an experienced Head of Department to join their busy Property Management and Lettings business.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing other Property Managers
• Team meetings
• Maintenance coordination
• Implementing excellent relationships with all contractors
• Experience in lettings accountancy/reconciliations
• Deposit handling
• Rent reconciliation
• Demonstrate a track record of managing rental properties
• Be fully conversant with current regulation/legislation and processes surrounding AST Property Management
• Tenant referencing
• Referring business across departments to maximise business opportunities
• Experienced in using lettings software (RENTMAN or now called DOTGOMM)
• Handling complaints and providing solutions
• Maintaining policies and procedures in accordance with company policies
• Ensuring compliance with all Property management legislation
• Supporting the team when required
• Ensuring PMs complete inspections correctly

Qualifications and Skills

• Must have at least 2 years experience in managing a team of Property Managers
• Minimum 3 years Property Management experience
• Intermediate computer literacy
• Experience with property management software (DOTGOMM, previously RENTMAN)
• ARLA/MARLA accreditation is advantageous but not essential
• Ability to manage own workload
• Experience in dealing with all section notices
• Full valid driving licence is essential

Hours

Monday to Friday 9:00am–5:00pm. One Saturday a month 9:00am–4:00pm.

Salary

Basic salary to be discussed with an OTE of £46,000 per annum.

How to Apply

If this role is of interest and you meet the requirements, please submit your most up-to-date CV and contact details to either Kelly or Steve at Bastow Irwin Recruitment Ltd.

Note: Due to high levels of candidate interest, if you do not receive a reply please consider your application unsuccessful this time around.