Property Manager - Manchester - Up to £67,500 Per Annum

Invictus Group; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property management is seeking a proactive property manager in Greater Manchester. The successful candidate will oversee a diverse portfolio, ensuring operational efficiency and tenant satisfaction while collaborating with various teams to maximize asset performance.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Strong commitment to industry standards, preferably RICS qualified.
• Experience in financial literacy and understanding asset performance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of assets while ensuring properties are ready-to-sell.
• Handle daily landlord-tenant issues and oversee rent collection processes.
• Coordinate property inspections and prepare service charge budgets.

Skills

Financial literacy

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Project management

Team development

Job description

Main Purpose:

To take proactive responsibility for a portfolio of properties, working closely with Asset Management, Facilities Management, and Operational Finance teams to optimise budgeted cash flow and maximise tenant satisfaction. You will oversee the day-to-day management of your properties, aligned with the strategy set by the Asset Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a portfolio of assets, acting as the main link between Asset Managers, Facilities/Centre Managers, and Operational Finance, ensuring properties maintain a “ready-to-sell” status.
• Develop plans and escalation strategies for the collection of charges, making recommendations to Asset Managers as required.
• Handle day-to-day landlord and tenant matters, including general enquiries, statutory notices, and enforcement of lease obligations.
• Coordinate tenant applications and seek value-add opportunities, ensuring positive tenant interactions.
• Prepare periodic reports in collaboration with Asset Managers.
• Support leasing activity, property viewings, and ensure properties remain presentable by coordinating with on-site teams.
• Complete annual sustainability surveys and recommend improvements.
• Record and report tenant requirements for ESG purposes.
• Ensure utility metering is accurate and robust for proper consumption recording.
• Promote best practices and provide feedback to site teams to maintain safe, clean, and secure environments.
• Coordinate Health & Safety and compliance matters with relevant staff.
• Arrange property inspections and tenant meetings, submitting detailed reports.
• Liaise with insurance brokers on claims and renewals, providing necessary documentation.
• Ensure the property database is always up to date in coordination with the Property Administration team.
• Work with Operational Finance to ensure timely approval and invoicing of rent and other charges.
• Manage the rent collection and credit control processes, including setting strategy for dealing with debtors.
• Prepare and manage service charge budgets and drive completion of reconciliations in line with performance KPIs.
• Challenge supplier procurement to ensure value for money and minimise service charges
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and reduce non-recoverable costs.
• Approve invoices in line with KPIs.
• Support junior and graduate team members in their development.

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Ability to manage multiple daily tasks alongside long-term workstreams and deadlines.
• Strong diligence, perseverance, and commitment to industry standards (e.g., RICS).
• Financial literacy with a good understanding of business plans and asset performance.
• Ability to engage with stakeholders at all levels, including tenants and suppliers.
• Problem-solving mindset with a collaborative and positive approach.
• Willingness to share knowledge and support team development.