Assistant Property Manager

Colliers International Deutschland Holding GmbH; Wellington; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Colliers Academy

Mentoring

Wellbeing benefits

Inclusive culture & events

Parental benefits

Additional leave

Employee discounts

Job summary

Colliers Wellington seeks a motivated recent graduate to join our Occupier Services team to support our property portfolio.

You'll assist with leasing, rent reviews, maintenance, budgets, and reports, growing skills in a dynamic, client-focused environment.

We offer Colliers Academy, mentoring, wellbeing initiatives, and a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Hold a property qualification or have 3 years of relevant experience, with a willingness to obtain a Salesperson Certificate from REINZ if not already held.
• Strong understanding of lease management, negotiation, and data structures, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong presentation abilities.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks under pressure.
• Close attention to detail, adaptability, and flexibility in various situations.
• Be proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn and master property-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the operation of our property portfolio and implement leasing strategies for vacant spaces.
• Assist with rent reviews, lease supervision, and ensure timely processing and collection of rental invoices.
• Manage reactive and planned maintenance tasks, ensuring properties are maintained to a high standard.
• Understand and comply with frameworks, including Building Warrant of Fitness certifications.
• Prepare monthly client reports, attend meetings with Property Managers, and discuss report contents.
• Collaborate with Directors, Facilities, and Finance teams to complete property budgets.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, contractors, and local authorities.
• Provide administrative support to Senior Property and Facilities Managers and Directors, and assist with strategic decisions.

Skills

Property qualification

Tech & analytics

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

Property qualification or 3 years experience

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Company Description

Colliers is a leading diversified professional service and investment management company.With operations in 70 countries, our 27,000 enterprising professionalsexceptional service and expert advice to clients.

At Colliers, we do what's right and operate in ways that benefit our people, our clients, our communities, and the environment.

Our people are our greatest assetand we empower their career growth and skill development. We support their health and wellbeing and foster an inclusive and diverse culture, celebrating what makes us unique and enabling high performance.

Job Description

Are you a recent graduate or someone with a passion for property management? Join our Occupier Services Team and kickstart your career in the property industry! We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to assist in managing our diverse property portfolio.

Our Occupier Services team is a dynamic group of over 50 property professionals who provide strategic and operational support to some of Aotearoa’s most recognisable brands, leading commercial organisations, and government agencies.

The value you'll add

• Support the operation of our property portfolio and implement leasing strategies for vacant spaces.
• Assist with rent reviews, lease supervision, and ensure timely processing and collection of rental invoices.
• Manage reactive and planned maintenance tasks, ensuring properties are maintained to a high standard.
• Understand and comply with frameworks, including Building Warrant of Fitness certifications.
• Prepare monthly client reports, attend meetings with Property Managers, and discuss report contents.
• Collaborate with Directors, Facilities, and Finance teams to complete property budgets.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers, suppliers, contractors, and local authorities.
• Provide administrative support to Senior Property and Facilities Managers and Directors, and assist with strategic decisions.

Qualifications

• Property Qualification & Experience: Hold a property qualification or have 3 years of relevant experience, with a willingness to obtain a Salesperson Certificate from REINZ if not already held.
• Technical & Analytical Skills: Demonstrate a strong understanding of lease management, negotiation, and data structures, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel and Word.
• Communication & Presentation: Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong presentation abilities.
• Organisational & Time Management: Possess excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage time effectively and handle multiple tasks under pressure.
• Attention to Detail & Adaptability: Show close attention to detail, adaptability, and flexibility in various situations.
• Proactive & Self-Motivated: Be proactive, self-motivated, and eager to learn and master property-based systems.

What We Offer

We’re proud to be recognised as a 2025 finalist in the Best Places to Work awards, reflecting our commitment to creating an exceptional workplace culture. Some of the benefits we offer include:

• Colliers Academy, a 12-month programme to accelerate your career in property
• Mentoring from industry experts
• Wellbeing benefits and initiatives
• An inclusive and social culture with regular team events
• Parental benefits
• Additional leavebenefits, including Loyalty, Volunteering and study leave
• Wide variety of product discounts and benefits

Additional Information

Colliers is an inclusive employer, where differentperspectives, cultures, and backgrounds are celebrated. Colliers provides equal opportunity in all employment practices. We recruit and retain the best people to uphold our enterprising culture and lead our industry into the future.

If you're interested in being part of anenterprising culture thatempowers youto do your best work, we look forward to receiving your application