Assistant Property Manager – Projects & Legal

Urang; Stellenbosch; Remote; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A property management company seeks an Assistant Property Manager to provide remote administrative support for legal and project management tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills, a background in property or legal coordination, and a stable internet connection. This role offers a salary of R20,000 – R23,000 per month with remote working options.

Benefits

15 days annual leave

Remote work arrangement

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an administrative or coordination role is desirable.
• Stable internet connection for remote work and video calls.
• Experience in property management or legal processes is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the Senior Property Manager.
• Maintain and update project trackers and systems.
• Attend meetings and prepare action reports.

Skills

Organisational skills

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to work independently

Tools

Online collaboration tools

Ticketing systems

Job description

Job Title

Assistant Property Manager – Projects & Legal

Location

Remote (Western Cape, South Africa)

About Urang Property Management

Urang is a specialist property management company based in the UK, established in 1999. We operate across three divisions:

• Property Management – block management, lettings, and sales
• Building – major external works, insurance repairs, refurbishments
• Cleaning & Maintenance – cleaning, pest control, handyman, drainage, plumbing, and electrical works

Our team of over 30 professionals works from our London office and across sites throughout the city, supported by a growing and valued remote team in South Africa.

We are now seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Property Manager (Remote) to support our project management and tribunal/court casework. This role offers an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic, established business and gain valuable experience in property and legal case coordination.

Role Overview

This role has two main areas of focus:

1. Supporting property management projects through effective organisation, administration, and task tracking.
2. Coordinating tribunal and court matters, ensuring deadlines are met, bundles prepared, and cases managed smoothly.

You will work closely with a Senior Property Manager (Projects) in the UK, while also liaising with other team members to ensure efficient case handling and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Senior Property Manager.
• Maintain and update project trackers and ticketing systems.
• Attend video calls, take minutes, and prepare action reports.
• Assist with scheduling, documentation, and follow-up tasks.
• Collate, organise, and file project-related reports and communications.
• Monitor deadlines and proactively schedule tasks to prevent delays.
• Proactively identify issues or delays and propose solutions.
• Handle urgent issues when required and liaise with senior management if necessary.
• Confidently handle calls with contractors, residents, and stakeholders.
• Create and manage online trackers for different projects.
• Monitor tribunal and court cases, maintaining an accurate tracker of deadlines and actions.
• Flag upcoming actions and ensure follow-up by the correct team members.
• Assist in preparing tribunal bundles, collating evidence and ensuring accuracy of documents.
• Ensure confidentiality and discretion when handling legal matters and sensitive information.
• Support tribunal/court meetings, including scheduling and virtual attendance.
• Provide general administrative support to legal and compliance teams.

Requirements

• Based in the Western Cape, South Africa, with a stable internet connection suitable for video calls and remote work.
• Previous experience in an administrative, assistant, or coordination role (property, legal, or project management background is desirable).
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and confident with online collaboration tools.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while maintaining clear communication with team members across multiple locations.

Desirable

• Experience in property management, tribunals, or court processes.
• Familiarity with case management or ticketing systems.
• Experience preparing legal bundles, documents, or reports.

Salary and Benefits

• R20,000 – R23,000 per month (depending on experience)
• 15 days annual leave (plus South African public holidays)
• Monday to Friday, 09:00 – 18:00 (SA time)
• Remote work arrangement

Please Note

Applicants must be based in the Western Cape, South Africa, with the ability to attend occasional in-person meetings if required. A stable internet connection is essential, particularly during load shedding.

This position supports Urang Property Management’s commitment to Employment Equity. In accordance with the Employment Equity Act, preference will be given to suitably qualified South African citizens from designated groups.

Candidates must have legal authorisation to work in South Africa. The company reserves the right not to make an appointment.