Junior Property Manager

Deverell Smith Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Hybrid working

Career development

Job summary

Deverell Smith Ltd is seeking a Junior Property Manager to join a growing Build to Rent platform in Reading. You will support day-to-day maintenance operations across a portfolio of residential properties and coordinate repairs with contractors and residents.

This role offers hybrid working (1 day from home), a 9:00am-5:30pm schedule, and a 28,000-30,000 basic salary with a bonus scheme. You'll develop your career by working with operational teams and gaining hands-on experience in property

Qualifications

• Experience in residential property, maintenance coordination or related field.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using systems, data and reporting tools.
• Interest in pursuing ARLA qualifications is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate reactive and planned maintenance works.
• Manage resident enquiries and maintenance requests.
• Liaise with contractors and field teams to ensure works are completed on time and to a high standard.
• Maintain accurate property and maintenance records and assist with reporting.

Skills

Customer service

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Systems & reporting tools

Education

ARLA (desirable)

Job description

Junior Property Manager

30,000 + Bonus Hybrid Working (1 Day WFH) Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:30pm Location: Reading

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Junior Property Manager to join a growing Build to Rent platform specialising in high-quality residential homes across the UK.

This is an ideal role for someone looking to develop their career within property management, maintenance operations, or the Build to Rent sector. You will work closely with operational teams, contractors, and residents to ensure properties are maintained to a high standard and residents receive an exceptional service.

The Role

As a Junior Property Manager, you will support the day-to-day delivery of maintenance operations across a portfolio of residential properties. You'll be responsible for coordinating repairs, managing contractor relationships, supporting void management processes, and ensuring maintenance issues are resolved efficiently.

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a fast-growing business while receiving ongoing support and development.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance Coordination

• Coordinate reactive and planned maintenance works.
• Manage resident enquiries and maintenance requests.
• Communicate with residents regarding repair progress and resolutions.
• Liaise with contractors and field teams to ensure works are completed on time and to a high standard.
• Monitor maintenance performance and follow up on outstanding issues.

Void & Turnaround Management

• Support the coordination of property turnarounds and void periods.
• Arrange and manage pre-move-out and void inspections.
• Ensure properties are ready for occupation in line with company standards and service levels.

Contractor & Supplier Management

• Build strong relationships with contractors and suppliers.
• Monitor contractor performance and escalates issues where required.
• Support procurement activities and help ensure value for money.

Reporting & Administration

• Maintain accurate property and maintenance records.
• Assist with reporting on maintenance activity and contractor performance.
• Use data and systems to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, customer-focused, and eager to build a career within residential property management.

Requirements

• Experience within residential property, maintenance coordination, customer service, or a related field.
• Build to Rent or residential property experience is advantageous.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable using systems, data, and reporting tools.
• Positive, proactive, and keen to learn.
• Interest in pursuing professional qualifications such as ARLA is desirable.

What's on Offer?

• 28,000 - 30,000 basic salary
• Bonus scheme
• Hybrid working (1 day from home)
• Monday-Friday working pattern
• Ongoing training and career development
• Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious residential platform