Senior Property Manager

Senior Property Manager Salary: £34k - £38k + company benefits Location: Brighton Hours: Mon-Fri 9am – 6pm Free Parking Available Are you an experienced Property Manager looking for a senior-level role where you can take ownership of a substantial and varied portfolio whilst working for a highly respected independent estate agency? An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established and successful property business with offices in both Brighton and Hove. Working primarily from the Brighton office, you will manage a large and diverse residential portfolio, including a small number of block-managed properties, whilst enjoying the autonomy to make decisions and manage your workload independently. This role would suit a proactive, highly organised and experienced Property Manager who enjoys taking responsibility, solving problems and delivering exceptional service to landlords and tenants alike. Key Responsibilities: • Managing a large and varied portfolio of residential properties, including a small number of block-managed properties. • Acting as the main point of contact for landlords and tenants, resolving property-related queries and issues efficiently. • Building and maintaining strong client relationships through proactive communication and regular updates. • Arranging and overseeing maintenance works, obtaining quotations and instructing contractors. • Managing compliance requirements including Gas Safety Certificates, EICRs and EPCs. • Conducting mid-term inspections and producing detailed reports. • Organising check-outs, reviewing inventory reports and negotiating deposit returns. • Assessing end-of-tenancy reports and preparing recommendations for landlords regarding dilapidations and deposit deductions. • Keeping all property records, tenancy information and CRM systems fully updated. • Managing utility transfers and tenancy administration. • Liaising with contractors, landlords and tenants to ensure works are completed efficiently and to a high standard. • Ensuring all compliance and safety documentation is distributed and recorded correctly. Skills & Experience Required: • Proven experience within residential property management. • ARLA qualified or working towards ARLA qualification would be advantageous. • Ability to manage a busy and varied portfolio independently. • Excellent problem-solving and organisational skills. • Outstanding customer service and relationship-building abilities. • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. • Confident using property management software, CRM systems and Microsoft Office. • Self-motivated, proactive and able to prioritise effectively. • Ability to make decisions, take ownership and continually look for ways to improve processes and efficiencies. • Full UK driving licence and own vehicle preferred. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected independent agency that offers a professional, supportive and friendly working environment. You will be given the autonomy to manage your own portfolio whilst working within a successful and established team that genuinely values its employees. To be considered for this role, please submit your CV ASAP.