Head of Property Mangement

Fame Recruitment Consultants; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A reputable property management firm in North London seeks a Head of Property Management to oversee a significant portfolio of council-owned and social housing properties. You will lead a dedicated team, ensuring compliance with housing legislation and high service standards. Ideal candidates should have proven experience in property management and strong leadership skills. This position offers a chance to step up in your career while making a positive impact in the community.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in residential property management, particularly in social housing settings.
• In-depth knowledge of housing legislation and compliance.
• Full UK driving license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of Property Managers.
• Ensure compliance with housing legislation and safety standards.
• Liaise with local councils and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Team management

Organizational skills

Education

ARLA qualification

Job description

Head of Property Management

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established property management company in North London, specialising in the management of private and council-owned residential properties. This is a pivotal senior-level role, ideal for someone with a strong background in residential property management, particularly in the public housing or social housing sector, and with a proven ability to lead and mentor a team.

As Head of Property Management, you will take ownership of a busy department overseeing a significant portfolio of council and local authority housing stock. You will manage a small, dedicated team while ensuring the highest standards of compliance, service delivery, and operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a team of Property Managers
• Oversee the day-to-day management of council-owned and social housing properties
• Ensure full compliance with housing legislation, health and safety standards, and regulatory requirements
• Liaise with local councils, housing officers, landlords, tenants, and contractors
• Act as the point of escalation for tenancy disputes or maintenance issues
• Monitor KPIs and service delivery, implementing improvements as needed
• Lead team meetings, performance reviews, and support staff development
• Streamline internal processes to increase efficiency and service quality
• Provide regular reports to senior leadership on operational performance

What We’re Looking For

• ARLA qualified – desirable
• Solid experience in residential property management, particularly in local authority, housing association, or social housing settings
• Strong leadership, people management, and team development skills
• In-depth knowledge of housing legislation, tenancy law (ASTs), and compliance
• Exceptional communication and conflict resolution abilities
• Highly organised and comfortable working under pressure
• Full UK driving licence (own car preferred)

If you are an experienced Property Manager looking to take the next step in your career and lead a high-performing team, we encourage you to apply today.

Fame Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. We continually strive to improve our processes around our diversity, equity, and inclusion strategy.

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