Senior Property Manager

Location: Head Office - Hobdens - 41a Beach Road, Littlehampton, BN17 5JA

Working Hours: 09:00 – 17:30 Monday – Thursday, 09:00 – 17:00 Friday

Salary: Competitive

About Hobdens:

Hobdens Property Management Ltd are a Managing Agent based in Littlehampton, West Sussex. Formed in 1946, Hobdens have been located in the town ever since. We cover the whole of the Sussex area and surrounding counties, with focus on the coastal area between Portsmouth and Brighton. We have experience in handling all shapes and sizes of leasehold development, from converted properties to purpose-built blocks and also specialise in the management of private estates, which often have a mix of leasehold and freehold property. Hobdens is part of the Trinity Property Group, an Odevo Group Company.

Benefits:

• 24 days annual leave for work-life balance.
• Discounts on shopping and services through Perkbox.
• Employee Assistance Programme for confidential support.
• Hybrid and flexible work opportunities.
• Financial support for personal development.
• Opportunities for career growth.
• Recognition incentives.
• Cycle to Work scheme for a healthy lifestyle.
• Employee Referral Scheme for potential bonuses.

Job Description:

The Senior Property Manager is responsible for the Day-to-Day management of a portfolio of developments in and around the South coast. Key responsibilities and tasks include:

• Responsible for all management aspects of all developments within the portfolio.
• To carry out development inspections as necessary to ensure the Companies’ responsibilities are met.
• To proactively communicate with customers regarding our management of their development, ensuring communication strategies are achieved and reviewed on a regular basis.
• To effectively manage the relationship with the customer including responding to queries, building positive relationships with stakeholders, reporting to clients regularly regarding management of development and attending meetings with customers and clients as required.
• Ensuring Customer complaints are resolved effectively and in a timely manner.
• To liaise with our Accounts department to ensure accurate financial management of the development.
• Source, appoint and manage competent trade persons to undertake works across the portfolio.
• To ensure all works undertaken by contractors are of suitable quality and cost effective.
• To ensure all Health & Safety and Industry legislation is adhered to.

Qualifications and Skills:

Candidates for this position should have the following skills and qualifications:

• At least 2 years’ experience in the residential property management sector.
• ATPI qualified (desirable).
• An understanding of the Building Safety Act 2023 and Fire Safety regulations.
• A proven track record in customer services with excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate well with individuals at all levels.
• A proven track record of budgeting and account management.
• Must have a full UK driving license.
• Must have intermediate computer skills in Microsoft packages.
• Previous experience of contract management.
• Client focussed, organised, self-motivated, with ability to use own initiative and work to tight deadlines.
• Attention to detail, whilst having the ability to keep perspective and make informed decisions.

Application Process:

All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK without restrictions, and documented evidence of eligibility will be required.

For further information, or to explore more opportunities, you can visit Hobdens on LinkedIn or our website. If you have questions or would like more details, you can contact our recruitment team.