Property Operations Coordinator (12-Month FTC)

Red Door Recruitment; Hertford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Door Recruitment is assisting a well established client in Hertford to recruit a Property Administrator on a 12-month FTC maternity cover. The role sits within a busy, close‑knit team where no day is the same and support is strong.

Key duties include day-to-day property management, landlord and tenant relations, contractor coordination, maintenance scheduling and rent processing. Hours are Monday to Friday 9am–5.30pm with 1 in 3 Saturdays, and a salary up to £28k depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience within the Property industry
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• A positive, can-do attitude with a willingness to take on a variety of tasks
• A proactive and professional approach to client interactions
• Able to build rapport, develop and maintain relationships
• Excellent telephone manner
• Superb organisational skills and able to prioritise workload
• Able to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
• Driving license and own vehicle

Responsibilities

• Property Management: Assisting in overseeing the day-to-day operations of multiple residential properties, ensuring they are well-maintained and operating efficiently.
• Landlord & Tenant Relations: Assisting in maintaining positive relationships with tenants & landlords and address any concerns or issues promptly.
• Contractor Management: Assisting in selecting, managing and maintaining relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure the efficient operation of the properties.
• Maintenance Co-ordination: Respond to maintenance issues as they arise, promptly and efficiently, instructing appropriate contractors in accordance with landlords' or Directors' wishes. Manage and schedule regular maintenance and repairs for properties.
• Financial Management: Assist in overseeing rent collection, ensure timely payments, and address late payments. Ensure properties have ongoing rent guarantees and oversee claims.
• Compliance: Ensure that properties comply with all statutory regulations.
• Renewals & Terminations: Assist in Managing renewals and terminations, including arranging final property inspections and move‑out processes. deposit dilapidations and disputes.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Excellent telephone manner

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Relationship building

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Red Door Recruitment is assisting a well established client in Hertford to recruit a Property Administrator on a 12-month FTC maternity cover. The role sits within a busy, close‑knit team where no day is the same and support is strong.

Key duties include day-to-day property management, landlord and tenant relations, contractor coordination, maintenance scheduling and rent processing. Hours are Monday to Friday 9am–5.30pm with 1 in 3 Saturdays, and a salary up to £28k depending on experience.