Property Manager - South London

Location: South East LondonSalary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 6:00pm

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established and asset management company with a portfolio based in South East London/Kent Borders for an experienced Residential Property Manager. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and proactive individual to take responsibility for managing a diverse residential portfolio. The successful candidate will oversee the day-to-day management of properties, ensuring exceptional service delivery to landlords and tenants while maintaining full compliance with all relevant legislation. The role combines office-based portfolio management with regular site inspections across South London and requires a confident professional who is capable of managing multiple priorities, building strong stakeholder relationships, and delivering a high standard of property management.

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• Manage a residential portfolio, ensuring the highest standards of service are consistently delivered.
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• Oversee the complete tenancy lifecycle, including move-ins, renewals and move-outs.
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• Prepare, issue and manage Assured Shorthold Tenancy Agreements (ASTs) and tenancy renewals.
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• Ensure tenancy deposits are protected in accordance with current legislation.
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• Act as the primary point of contact for landlords, tenants and contractors, maintaining professional and effective communication at all times.
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• Prepare and serve statutory notices in accordance with the Housing Act 1988 and Housing Act 2004, including:\n
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  • Section 8 Notices
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  • Section 13 Notices
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  • Section 21 Notices
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• Manage tenant disputes and complex tenancy matters, escalating where appropriate.
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• Liaise with solicitors and attend court proceedings when required.
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• Ensure the portfolio remains fully compliant with all statutory obligations, including:\n
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  • Gas Safety Certification
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  • Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICR)
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  • Energy Performance Certificates (EPC)
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  • HMO and Selective Licensing
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  • Right to Rent requirements
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• Monitor compliance deadlines and proactively arrange renewals to ensure continuous compliance.
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• Maintain accurate and audit-ready property records.
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• Coordinate reactive and planned maintenance across the portfolio.
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• Work closely with the in-house maintenance team and approved contractors to ensure works are completed efficiently and to a high standard.
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• Obtain competitive quotations and manage contractor performance to ensure value for money.
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• Oversee refurbishment and capital improvement projects, carrying out site inspections where required.
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• Develop and implement preventative maintenance programmes to minimise future repairs.
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• Monitor maintenance expenditure and manage budgets effectively.
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• Ensure all maintenance works comply with current health and safety legislation and landlord obligations.
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• Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance activities, contractor invoices and associated costs.
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• A minimum of three years' experience in Residential Property Management or Block Management.
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• A comprehensive understanding of residential lettings legislation and property compliance.
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• Proven experience managing residential portfolios independently.
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• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
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• The ability to prioritise a demanding workload while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
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• Strong relationship management skills with landlords, tenants, contractors and legal professionals.
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• Good knowledge of the South London residential property market.
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• Competitive salary of £35,000 - £40,000, depending on experience.
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• Monday to Friday working hours (9:00am - 6:00pm).
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• A varied role combining office-based portfolio management with regular site inspections.
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• Opportunity to join a well-established and growing company with genuine long-term career prospects.
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