Property Manager - Needed ASAP in Huddersfield

If you’re an experienced Senior Property Manager who knows how to keep a busy portfolio moving, solve problems before they escalate and confidently lead others, this is an opportunity to step into a senior role where you can combine hands-on property management with team leadership. The Package: ~ Up to £30,000 DOE ~ Full-time or 4 days per week considered ~ Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm ~1 in 4 Saturdays , 9:00am–1:00pm ~ Office based in Huddersfield ~ Established residential property business ~ Senior position within the Property Management team Company & Role: Harte Recruitment is working with an established residential property business in Huddersfield to appoint a Senior Property Manager to help lead its busy Property Management function. This is a varied, hands-on position covering property maintenance, landlord and tenant communication, compliance, complaints and team performance. You’ll play a key role in keeping works moving efficiently while providing day-to-day leadership, training and support to the Property Management team and wider Lettings function. The position is becoming available due to the retirement of a long-standing industry professional, creating an opportunity for an experienced Property Manager with leadership experience to step into an established operation. The Person: Previous experience within Property Management is essential Previous experience managing or leading a team Knowledge of property maintenance and day-to-day property management Excellent communication and customer service skills Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage a busy workload Confident handling a high volume of phone calls and emails Comfortable communicating with tenants, landlords and contractors Able to problem-solve and keep things moving in a fast-paced environment Positive, proactive and someone with real character who enjoys being part of a busy team The Senior Property Manager Role: Handle incoming tenant repair requests and triage maintenance issues Liaise with landlords and contractors to arrange repairs and obtain approvals Manage ongoing tenant communications Request funds from landlords where required to cover repair costs Book contractors and coordinate access to ensure works are completed efficiently Review outstanding works orders and follow up on progress Review staff performance and provide day-to-day leadership Help train new starters and share processes, guides and knowledge Help ensure legal compliance and health & safety regulations are maintained Resolve disputes and complaints professionally Support the wider Lettings team with leadership and guidance