Property Manager

Posted 3 hours 24 minutes ago by Nouvo Recruitment (London) Ltd

£26,000 - £30,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Real Estate & Property Jobs
Hertfordshire, Borehamwood, United Kingdom, WD6 1
Job Description
The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Property Manager to join a growing and professional property management team. This role is ideal for someone with strong organisational skills and a passion for delivering excellent customer service while managing a varied residential portfolio.

You will play a key role in supporting the management of properties, ensuring maintenance issues are handled efficiently, compliance is maintained, and residents receive a high standard of service.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage a portfolio of residential properties, ensuring high standards of service are delivered
  • Oversee reactive maintenance, raising job orders and coordinating contractors effectively
  • Act as a key point of contact for residents, leaseholders, and clients
  • Respond to customer queries via phone and email within agreed timeframes
  • Provide regular updates to customers on ongoing works, projects, and queries
  • Conduct site visits and produce detailed reports within set deadlines
  • Coordinate major works, ensuring all legal notices and processes are followed
  • Liaise with contractors, obtain quotes, and ensure value for money
  • Assist with budgeting and monitor expenditure against budgets
  • Support the preparation and distribution of newsletters and resident communications
  • Attend and support resident meetings, AGMs, and client meetings, including minute taking
  • Manage insurance claims and related processes where required
Compliance & Administration
  • Ensure properties remain compliant with all relevant legislation including H&S, Fire Risk Assessments, and asbestos regulations
  • Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reports within internal systems
  • Ensure all documentation, contracts, and communications are stored correctly
  • Produce reports, budgets, and updates in line with deadlines
  • Support the preparation of seller packs and property-related documentation
What We're Looking For
  • Previous experience in property management or a similar role
  • Good understanding of residential property management processes and compliance
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Ability to work independently and manage workloads effectively
  • Proactive and customer-focused approach
  • Experience using property management systems (e.g. Qube) desirable
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
Desirable
  • Progress towards or completion of a recognised property qualification (e.g. IRPM)
  • Experience managing budgets and contractor relationships
Personal Attributes
  • Professional, reliable, and detail-oriented
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing priorities
  • Team player with a positive and proactive attitude
  • Committed to continuous learning and development
What's on Offer
  • Opportunity to develop within a growing property management team
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Varied and fast-paced role with real responsibility
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment