Property Manager

Magnus James; Manchester; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£30,000 package

20 days holiday + bank holidays

Pool car for business use

Company pension scheme

Training and professional development

1 Saturday per month

Job summary

Magnus James in Manchester city centre is seeking an experienced Property Manager to join our established lettings team. You will manage a diverse portfolio, deliver outstanding service to landlords and tenants, and ensure smooth check-ins, check-outs and compliance across the portfolio.

We value ARLA qualification (desirable), driving licence, superb organisational skills and a calm, solutions-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Previous property management experience is essential.
• ARLA qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Driving licence is essential.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities.
• Calm, solutions-focused approach under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of properties, delivering outstanding service to landlords and tenants.
• Conduct check-ins and check-outs, ensuring smooth transitions.
• Administer deposit protection and manage deposit returns.
• Proactively resolve rental arrears, liaising with landlords and tenants.
• Work closely with the maintenance and repairs team to ensure works are completed efficiently.
• Coordinate safety certifications and ensure full compliance across the portfolio.
• Conduct property inspections and inventories and provide landlord feedback.
• Maintain accurate records within the property management system.
• Provide legally accurate, practical and timely responses to enquiries.
• Ensure portfolio compliance with legal obligations and lettings legislation.

Skills

Property management

Client relations

Attention to detail

Organisation

Communication skills

Education

ARLA qualification (desirable)

Driving licence

Tools

Property management software

Job description

A fantastic opportunity for an experienced Property Manager to join a long-established and highly respected independent estate agency with a strong presence across South Manchester, Cheshire and the surrounding areas. With an excellent reputation and an established lettings and property management operation, my clients are looking to add a capable and customer-focused Property Manager to their Manchester city centre lettings team.

Benefits of the role:

• £30,000 package
• Holiday entitlement is 20 days plus bank holidays
• Company pool car for all business use, so no need to take the car into the city
• Company workplace pension scheme with company contribution to pension
• Training and Professional Development encouraged
• 1 Saturday per month required

Your Key Responsibilities as a Property Manager:

• Manage a portfolio of properties, delivering outstanding service to both landlords and tenants
• Conduct check-ins and check-outs, ensuring smooth and professional transitions
• Administer deposit protection and manage deposit returns
• Proactively resolve rental arrears, liaising confidently with landlords and tenants
• Work closely with the dedicated maintenance and repairs team to ensure works are completed efficiently
• Coordinate safety certifications and ensure full compliance across the portfolio
• Conduct property inspections and inventories and provide detailed landlord feedback
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the property management system
• Ensuring that clients receive legally accurate, practical and timely solutions / responses to their enquiries and problems
• Ensure your portfolio adheres to it's legal obligations and compliance at all time
• Stay on top of changing lettings legislation, ensuring your knowledge and expertise is current and up to date.

What We’re Looking For in a Property Manager:

• Previous Property Management experience is essential
• ARLA qualification (desirable but not essential)
• Driving licence essential
• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail, you take pride in keeping everything running smoothly
• Strong communication and customer service skills, with the ability to build lasting relationships
• A calm, solutions-focused approach under pressure
• Confidence using property management systems and handling administrative tasks efficiently
• If you’re ready to take the next step in your Property Management career with a respected and well-established brand, we’d love to hear from you.