Property Manager

Praxis Group; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading real estate company in the UK is seeking a proactive Property Manager to oversee a diverse commercial property portfolio. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in commercial property management, focusing on optimizing cash flow and ensuring a top-notch tenant experience. Responsibilities include managing landlord/tenant matters, budgeting, and driving ESG initiatives within the properties. Comprehensive benefits include a competitive salary, 25 days of holiday, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Competitive salary + discretionary bonus

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan

5% employer pension contribution

3x life assurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Commercial Property Management.
• Strong track record in managing commercial properties.
• Deep understanding of lease obligations and service charge administration.
• Financially literate with budgeting and asset performance.
• Comfortable with health & safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse commercial property portfolio.
• Act as primary contact for landlord and tenant matters.
• Liaise with Asset Managers for performance updates.
• Oversee service charge budget and compliance with KPIs.
• Drive ESG initiatives and utilities management.
• Mentor junior team members.

Skills

Commercial Property Management

Lease obligations knowledge

Strong communication skills

Budgeting and financial literacy

Problem-solving

Health & Safety compliance

Time management

Supplier procurement

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and commercially minded Property Manager to join our high-performing team. You'll take day-to‑day ownership of a diverse commercial property portfolio, acting as the key link between Asset Managers, Property & Facilities Management, and Operational Finance. Your role will be crucial in optimising cash flow, driving operational excellence, and ensuring a first-class tenant experience., Portfolio & Tenant Management

Responsibilities

• Take full ownership of your allocated portfolio, ensuring all properties are maintained to a high, market-ready standard.
• Act as the primary contact for all landlord and tenant matters, including statutory notices, lease compliance, and general queries.
• Lead the response to tenant applications, identifying potential value‑add opportunities in collaboration with Asset Managers.
• Support leasing activity including viewings, ensuring the presentation of assets aligns with marketing and business goals.
• Work closely with Asset Managers to provide regular performance updates and contribute to business plans.
• Liaise with Property Administrators to ensure all property data is accurate and up to date.
• Collaborate with Finance to ensure timely invoicing and rent collection, and develop collection strategies for outstanding debts.
• Lead the service charge budget process, ensuring transparency, value for money, and cost recovery.
• Review supplier contracts regularly, identifying opportunities to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Oversee service charge reconciliations and invoice approvals, maintaining compliance with KPIs and RICS standards.
• Coordinate with Facilities Managers to ensure compliance with Health & Safety and statutory obligations.
• Manage insurance matters including renewals and claims with brokers.
• Drive ESG initiatives by capturing tenant data and identifying areas for improvement across your portfolio.
• Ensure utility metering across common and demised areas is accurate and technically sound.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to their development.
• Share knowledge, problem‑solve collaboratively, and contribute to the wider success of the team.

Qualifications

• Experience level: 5+ years of Commercial Property Management experience ideally with a retail focus.
• 5+ Years of Property Management experience (excluding residential).
• Strong track record in commercial property management across office, retail, or mixed‑use assets – retail advantageous.
• Deep understanding of lease obligations, landlord/tenant responsibilities, and service charge administration.
• Experience in supplier procurement, service charge budgeting, and delivering value for money.
• Financially literate, with the ability to understand and support reporting on budgets and asset performance.
• Comfortable navigating health & safety and statutory compliance across multi‑site portfolios.
• Confident communicator, capable of building strong relationships with tenants, internal teams, and senior stakeholders.
• Highly organised, proactive, and adaptable to change in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience with property management software (desirable).

Benefits

• Competitive salary + discretionary bonus.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Private Medical Insurance & Healthcare Cash Plan.
• 5% employer pension contribution.
• 3x life assurance.

This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact within a forward‑thinking real estate business. If you're looking for a role where you can grow, lead, and help shape the future of a high‑quality property portfolio - we'd love to hear from you.