Lettings Agent

Overview
You will be responsible for the end-to-end lettings process, from marketing properties and tenant vetting to lease agreements and ongoing property management. The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to build strong relationships with landlords, tenants, and contractors.

Duties

• Manage the full lettings lifecycle, including property marketing, viewings, tenant referencing, and move-ins.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant landlord and tenancy legislation (e.g., deposit protection, safety certificates, eviction processes).
• Oversee rent collection, arrears management, and lease renewals.
• Liaise with landlords, tenants, and maintenance contractors to resolve issues promptly.
• Maintain accurate records using lettings agency software (experience with systems such as Alto, Payprop or similar is desirable).
• Provide regular portfolio performance reports to landlords.
• Identify opportunities to grow the lettings portfolio and improve profitability.
• Report to the manging director

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in lettings/property management, ideally within a small agency setting.
• Strong knowledge of UK landlord/tenant laws and best practices.
• Commercial mindset with the ability to maximise rental income and minimise voids.
• Tech-savvy, with experience using property management software.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple properties efficiently.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary (£28k – £30k) based on experience.
• Profit share scheme – rewarding your contribution to business growth.
• Supportive working environment within an established law firm.
• Opportunity to take ownership of the lettings portfolio and drive success.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £26,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Free parking

Work Location: In person