Property Manager

Connells Group; Reading; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Weekdays 9:00–17:30

Full training and development

Career progression opportunities

Pension scheme

Pool car for inspections

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Connells Group UK is seeking an experienced Property Manager to join our Lettings team in Caversham, near Reading. Based in branch, you’ll manage a sizeable portfolio and support the Lettings Manager with coaching and mentoring of other Property Managers.

You’ll work closely with landlords, tenants and internal teams to deliver high standards of property management and customer service, while ensuring compliance with current legislation.

Qualifications

• Experience as Property Manager or similar residential PM.
• Experience managing a portfolio of properties.
• Good knowledge of residential lettings and tenancy processes.
• Experience carrying out property inspections.
• Confidence coaching and mentoring colleagues.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing a portfolio of residential properties.
• Acting as a key point of contact for landlords and tenants.
• Carrying out property inspections and following up on issues identified.
• Managing repairs, maintenance and contractor activity.
• Providing advice on tenancy matters and legislation.
• Supporting the Lettings Manager with coaching and mentoring other Property Managers.
• Sharing knowledge and best practice across the team.
• Liaising with internal teams to resolve issues promptly.
• Maintaining high levels of customer service and compliance.

Skills

Property management

Portfolio management

Residential lettings

Tenancy processes

Property inspections

Coaching & mentoring

Communication

Organisation

Customer service

Driving licence

Job description

Walmsley, part of Connells Group, is looking for an experienced and motivated Property Manager to join our Lettings team in Caversham.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Property Manager looking to take the next step in their career. You’ll manage a sizeable portfolio of properties while supporting the Lettings Manager with the coaching and mentoring of other Property Managers within the team.

Based in branch, you’ll work closely with landlords, tenants and internal teams to deliver a high standard of property management and customer service.

What We Offer

• Competitive basic salary
• Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm
• Full training and development
• Career progression opportunities
• Company pension scheme
• Pool car available for property inspections
• Supportive working environment

Your Role

As Property Manager, you’ll take responsibility for a sizeable portfolio of managed properties, ensuring properties and tenancies are managed effectively and in line with legislation and company standards.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a portfolio of residential properties
• Acting as a key point of contact for landlords and tenants
• Carrying out property inspections and following up on any issues identified
• Managing repairs, maintenance and contractor activity
• Providing advice and guidance on tenancy matters and relevant legislation
• Supporting the Lettings Manager with coaching and mentoring other Property Managers
• Sharing knowledge and best practice across the team
• Managing more complex property management and tenancy queriesLiaising with internal teams to ensure issues are resolved promptly
• Maintaining high levels of customer service and compliance

What We’re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Property Manager or in a similar residential property management role
• Experience managing a portfolio of properties
• Good knowledge of residential lettings and tenancy processes
• Experience carrying out property inspections
• Confidence supporting, coaching and mentoring colleagues
• Strong communication, organisation and customer service skills
• A calm, solutions-focused approach
• Full UK driving licence. A pool car is available for inspections

Our Commitment to Inclusion

Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of background.