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)
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
Due to a very high number of applications, we are unable to come back to every candidate with feedback. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours, please assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Your CV will be registered with us, and we will keep you updated with any other positions that may be of interest. However please keep checking our website as new roles will be updated daily, Unico Recruitment (London) wishes you the best of luck in your job search.
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