Luxury Property Management Lead

Deverell Smith

  • Westminster, South West London
  • £45,000-55,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 days ago
Property Management LeadLocation: West End Office Based
Salary: £45,000-£55,000 + Discretionary Annual Bonus
Start Date: ASAP
Type: Full-Time, Permanent- Monday - Friday 9am - 6pmAbout UsOur client is a boutique property company focusing on development and management of luxury property. The company oversees a prestigious portfolio of residential properties in Prime Central London, including Knightsbridge, South Kensington, and Belgravia. They manage a portfolio of circa 35 units, offering a personalised and high-standard service to high-net-worth individuals (HNWI).The RoleThey are seeking a highly experienced and proactive Property Manager to lead the department; however this role does not include managing a team as you will be the sole Property Manager. Reporting directly to the CEO, this is a replacement role for someone ready to take full control of a premium residential portfolio, delivering day-to-day operational excellence and a responsive, client-focused approach. We are looking for a property manager that will care for this portfolio.This is a full-time, office-based position, but regular property visits are essential to the role and out-of-hours emergency response is required.Key Responsibilities
  • Oversee marketing of properties and instruct sub-agents
  • Liaise with agents regarding offers and prospective tenants
  • Review and assess tenant referencing
  • Regularly inspecting properties to ensure they are presentable
  • Manage all statutory requirements and safety compliance across properties and buildings
  • Coordinate regular block cleaning and maintenance schedules
  • Maintain tenant relationships and manage any issues that may arise
  • Manage check-in and check-out processes with inventory clerks
  • Organise and oversee end-of-tenancy works
  • Deposit handling
  • Ensure all legal property / tenant requirements and inspections are met
  • Prepare and manage property budgets and financial reporting
  • Oversee ongoing block and building management
  • Carry out any tenancy renewals
Requirements
  • Minimum 7 years of experience in residential individual property management in central London
  • Strong understanding of lettings and management processes including compliance
  • Experience dealing directly with HNWIs in a high-expectation service environment
  • Preferred: ARLA qualified (or working towards)
  • Comfortable using property management software (Arthur experience a plus, not required)
Key Skills
  • Attention to detail with a professional manner
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Calm and efficient conflict resolution
  • Impeccable attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Proactive customer service mindset
Benefits
  • Competitive salary: £45,000-£55,000
  • Annual discretionary bonus (based on company and individual performance)
  • 20 days holiday, increasing by 1 day for each year of service (up to 25 days)
  • Health insurance available

Deverell Smith