Trainee Property Manager

Coapt; Brighton; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Coapt is hiring a Trainee Property Manager to join their team in Brighton. This role offers hands-on experience managing properties and involvement in a supportive, growth-oriented environment, focusing on people and strong relationships. Ideal candidates should be proactive problem solvers with a passion for customer service. Competitive salary and various perks are offered, including flexible hours and career development opportunities.

Benefits

29 Days Holiday (including bank holidays)

Perkbox Employee Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Business-Casual Dress Code

Career Development Opportunities

Regular events & socials

Annual Overseas Mystery Trip

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay

Subsidised Healthcare

Company Pension

Qualifications

• Customer service-minded and naturally proactive.
• Resilient and solutions-focused.
• Looking to build a career in property management.

Responsibilities

• Supporting a portfolio of approx. 60 HMO properties.
• Building strong relationships with landlords and tenants.
• Coordinating repairs and property improvements.

Skills

Customer Service

Organisational Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Job description

We’re not your typical letting agency. At Coapt, we focus on what matters: people. That means better relationships, fewer headaches, and happier homes. We’re looking for a Trainee Property Manager to join our friendly, driven team in Brighton.

If you’ve got a background in customer service, account management, or just a natural flair for solving problems and keeping people happy-this could be your next big step.

This is a fantastic opportunity to step into the property industry. You'll gain hands-on experience managing properties with the chance to develop real responsibility quickly.

Why Coapt?

We’re not your standard agency. We put people first- our tenants, landlords, and our team. At Coapt, you’ll be:

• Trusted to take ownership and make decisions
• Encouraged to learn and grow at your own pace
• Recognised for your contribution and impact
• Working in an environment that’s energetic, open, and genuinely enjoyable

Our Brighton office is one of a kind, and our culture is built on collaboration, energy, and genuine care.

You are:

• Customer service-minded and naturally proactive
• Resilient, solutions-focused, and confident using your initiative
• Friendly, approachable, and a great communicator
• Exceptionally organised and able to handle a varied workload
• Comfortable learning on the go and asking the right questions
• Looking to build a career in property with real progression
• A UK driving licence holder (essential)

You’ll be:

• Supporting a portfolio of approx. 60 HMO properties
• Building strong relationships with landlords and tenants
• Coordinating repairs, safety checks, and property improvements
• Managing compliance and ensuring legal standards are met
• Carrying out property inspections and tenancy changeovers
• Liaising with contractors and external suppliers
• Attending client meetings and developing trust-based partnerships

If you're ready to step into a role where no two days are the same, where people come first, and where your potential is supported- Coapt could be the perfect fit.

Perks & Benefits:

29 Days Holiday (inc. bank hols)- plus an extra day per year of service (up to 5 extra days)

2 Additional Paid Social Days- enjoy our company events on us!

Perkbox Employee Benefits - exclusive discounts, freebies & monthly reward points.

Employee Assistance Programme- 24/7 confidential support, counselling & online GP.

Business-Casual Dress Code- We're not you're stereotypical agent, so no need for suits and ties!

Office environment- Friendly open-plan modern office environment

Career Development Opportunities- we’ll support your growth with learning, mentoring, and the chance to shape your role as you progress

Regular events & socials- From casual get-togethers to exciting company-wide events

Annual Overseas Mystery Trip- an exciting team getaway to a surprise destination!

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Pay available after reaching a key service milestone

Subsidised Healthcare available after reaching a key service milestone

Company Pension- Secure your future with our company pension plan

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Hours:

Flexible hours and working arrangements considered - let us know what you're looking for!

Standard hours:

Mon-Fri 9am- 5.30pm and 1 in 4 Saturdays 10:00am - 4:00pm

Salary: £28-£30K

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Commission pay

If you’re ambitious, energetic, and ready to be part of a fast-growing, exciting company, we’d love to hear from you!

• Apply now and start your journey with Coapt!