Trainee Property Manager

Looking to start or develop your career in residential property management We are seeking an ambitious organised and customer focused Trainee Property Manager to join our growing Residential Property Management team based in our Oxford office.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands on experience within a supportive and experienced team receiving comprehensive training and mentoring to build a successful career in property management. You will play a key role in managing a small portfolio of residential properties throughout the tenancy lifecycle ensuring both landlords and tenants receive an exceptional service.

We offer the flexibility to work from home one day per week with working hours of 8.45am to 5.30pm.

You will join a team of 10 property professionals across a range of levels and support functions. Our Oxford office is home to more than 100 colleagues across multiple business lines creating a vibrant and collaborative working environment with regular social events wellbeing initiatives and fundraising activities.

We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package including one day working from home. We also offer a variety of flexible benefits allowing you to choose those that suit your personal circumstances including purchasing additional leave health cash plans cycle to work scheme and so on!

Main tasks:

• Administer the management of let residential properties to include efficient and correct handling of problems arising during the tenancy managing any repairs overseeing check-ins and check-outs and negotiating deposit returns.
• Conduct 6-monthly inspections of all properties advising Landlords of any changes or issues arising. Promptly notifying tenants of any areas where action is required.
• Manage the relationship with the landlord including reporting maintenance and accounts matters
• Identify and recommend need for property upgrades and refurbishment organising any between tenancy work including that arising from dilapidations to allow for a timely re-let to maximise Landlords income.
• Maintain a working knowledge of compliance information
• Assist in the management of properties owned by institutional landlords ensuring that their specific requirements investment goals and compliance standards are met.

What will it take to be successful

We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive individual who is keen to build a career within residential property management.

You will ideally have:

• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the confidence to build relationships with a wide range of people.
• A professional and customer-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Good numerical and IT skills.
• The ability to use initiative take ownership of tasks and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• A willingness to learn and develop within a professional property environment.

Whether you already have some exposure to the property industry or are looking to take your first step into the sector this is an exciting opportunity to join a market leading property consultancy and build a long term career with excellent development prospects.

Required Experience:

Manager