Head of Property Management
West Essex / East London (Hybrid)
Up to £50,000 Basic
Own vehicle required
3 days from home, 2 in the office
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Property Management to join a well-established and growing residential agency covering West Essex and East London.
This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone who thrives on driving high standards across property management, with a particular focus on maintenance, compliance, and landlord relationships.
You will take ownership of a portfolio of circa 430 properties, supported by a team of two Property Managers, ensuring a seamless and professional service is delivered to both landlords and tenants.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee the day-to-day management of a residential portfolio (c.430 properties)
- Lead, support and develop a team of 2 Property Managers
- Manage and coordinate all aspects of property maintenance, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently and cost-effectively
- Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, acting as a key point of contact
- Ensure full compliance with current lettings legislation and safety regulations
- Oversee and audit property inspections, ensuring consistency and quality of reporting
- Manage contractors and suppliers to ensure high standards of work and service delivery
- Handle escalated issues and provide solutions in a timely and professional manner
What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in residential property management, ideally at a senior or supervisory level
- Strong knowledge of property maintenance and compliance requirements
- Experience managing or mentoring a team
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to build lasting relationships with landlords and tenants
- Highly organised with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload
- A proactive, solution-focused approach
What’s on Offer
- Basic salary up to £50,000
- Hybrid working
- Opportunity to step into a leadership role within a supportive and growing business
- Autonomy to shape processes and drive improvements
If you’re an experienced Property Manager ready to step up, or already operating at a senior level and looking for a new challenge, I’d be keen to speak with you.