Property Manager in Cambridge

We have an exciting opportunity to recruit a Property Manager to join our Cambridge based Residential Property Management team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their property career. As a Property Manager, you will assist with the growth and development of the Cambridge branch and will be provided with training and support in order to meet set targets.

As the post holder, you support the team with the management of a portfolio of let properties throughout the whole rental process from the inventory and schedule of condition (check in) to the tenancy termination stage (check out) in a manner that satisfies agreed departmental targets. Our Cambridge office has lots of exciting events going on with various office socials, health & wellbeing and fundraising activities to get involved in.

We offer a highly competitive salary package which includes a fantastic benefits package including 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!

Key Responsibilities:

• 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 as necessary.
• Conduct quarterly inspections of all properties, advising Landlords of any changes or issues arising.
• Promptly notifying tenants of any areas where action is required.
• In conducting check-outs liaise with all parties to negotiate a speedy and satisfactory conclusion and return of the tenants deposit.
• 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 Landlord’s income.
• Update records and maximise the use of our CRM system (REAPIT) to ensure all property and tenant details are up to date.
• Maintain a working knowledge of compliance information.

What will it take to be successful?

To be successful in this role, you’ll have proven experience of managing a portfolio of properties, along with knowledge of the property industry. You will have a professional manner and excellent customer service skills at all times, be a strong administrator and have good organisational skills. The chosen Property Manager will have the ability to take the initiative in a confident and personable manner, be a strong team player with good interpersonal skills. Numerate with excellent written and verbal communication along with fine attention to detail.

We offer a highly competitive rewards package including group pension, flexible benefits, referral schemes and generous annual leave. As an equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to driving diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Learning and development is important to us; we encourage everyone to continue developing to optimise their performance and fulfil their potential. We have an agile flexible working policy; many of our team work flexibly, we would be happy to talk to you about how this could work for you.

About us:

Since 1855, Carter Jonas has grown to be one of the largest and most respected property consultancies in the UK with a network of 34 offices across England and Wales, employing more than 1,000 partners and employees. Our tailored service and Simply Better Advice have enabled us to forge lasting, intelligent and trusting partnerships with our clients. These long-standing relationships are our most important and most closely protected asset.

Our values:

• Approachable – We treat every relationship with respect, integrity, and warmth.
• Effective – We do what we say we will, we do it well and we are accountable.
• Ambitious – We are ambitious for our clients and for our firm.

We look to recruit individuals who represent our core values, but who can also demonstrate the six Carter Jonas competencies that are the foundation of our career pathways. These competencies will aide their personal development in the business, and comprise of:

• Communication - Ensures effective, clear, and relevant communications in support of business objectives.
• People - Demonstrates leadership in conduct and effectively manages and develops people to optimise performance through others.
• Business Development & Client Care - Ensures effective communication to facilitate excellent client care and collaboration and pursuing opportunities for increased business and profit mindful of the Firm’s heritage and values.
• Use of Technology - Modern, Agile, Digital.
• Employee Teamwork - Recognises the importance of working with others, to collaborate and co-operate to achieve business.
• Personal Effectiveness & Productivity - Engage, promote, and adhere to compliance requirements including all internal processes and procedures which manage risk and enhance productivity.