Property Manager

Property Manager - Property Management / Compliance / HMO

Salary: circa £35,000 per annum

Location: London

Our client, an established property management organisation is seeking an experienced Property Manager to join its Property Management team, reporting directly to the Head of Property Management. This role plays a key part in ensuring properties are safe, compliant, licensed and well-managed, while maintaining strong client relationships and protecting commercial revenue.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up, manage and close utility contracts (gas, electric, water) for new and existing properties
• Review and benchmark utility costs to ensure best value and cost control
• Manage Council Tax registration and transfers
• Resolve utility, council tax and enforcement queries, including liaison with external agencies
• Work closely with the Maintenance Team to ensure full property compliance
• Ensure properties meet all health & safety, fire safety and statutory requirements
• Support ongoing compliance audits and inspections
• Manage HMO and Selective Licence applications
• Liaise with local authorities and councils regarding licensing and inspections
• Ensure licence conditions, schedules of works and expiry dates are actively managed
• Prevent any out-of-licence or non-compliance incidents
• Schedule property inspections and fire alarm testing
• Manage inspection reporting via CRM systems
• Conduct regular property visits, including initial sign-off and ongoing checks
• Coordinate access for clients, contractors and utility providers
• Manage property handbacks, ensuring all client requirements are met
• Arrange caretaking or security services during void periods where required
• Manage transitions between Business Rates and Council Tax
• Liaise with the Valuation Office Agency (VOA)

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience as a Property Manager, Estates Manager or Compliance Manager
• Strong knowledge of HMO licensing, property compliance and UK housing regulations
• Experience managing utilities, council tax and business rates
• Confident liaising with local authorities, councils and contractors
• Organised, detail-focused and commercially aware
• Comfortable working as part of a Senior Leadership Team

Benefits

• Competitive salary of circa £35,000
• Senior, visible role within property management
• Varied position covering compliance, licensing, inspections and client liaison