NIGEL JAMES ASSOCIATES LTD

HEAD OF COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT OR SENIOR PROPERTY MANAGER COMPETITIVE SALARY 33 DAYS HOLIDAY SUSSEX FULL TIME This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced property management professional to step or grow into a lead role at a well-established and highly regarded company operating across the South East. My client is a reputable firm with a strong presence across the southern home counties and London covering commercial agency, professional services, and property management. They are looking for someone to lead their Property Management department, bringing both the hands-on expertise to manage a diverse portfolio and the commercial drive to grow the department over time. This is a role with real scope and genuine opportunity to make your mark. The role: Lead the Property Management department, reporting directly to the company directors Manage a varied commercial and mixed use portfolio; liaising with clients and advising on all aspects of property management Ensure tenant compliance with lease obligations and oversee the provision of common services Manage planned and reactive maintenance works, including contractor liaison and management Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation and wider regulatory requirements Work closely with the accounts team on rental income, service charge administration, budget preparation, and year-end accounts Handle tenant applications for consent to assign, sublet, alter, and other lease matters Liaise with insurance brokers on block policies and annual premium recharges Maintain property records and systems, ensuring client monies are managed in accordance with RICS best practice What we're looking for: A senior property management surveyor that can either lead the department from day 1, or grow into the role under the supervision of the current head of department to grow into the role within 12-24 months. Proven commercial and/or residential block management experience; qualified or unqualified candidates will be considered Someone with the appetite and ability to grow a department, not just manage it Strong client relationship skills and the confidence to advise landlords, occupiers, and investors at a senior level Organised, commercially minded, and comfortable working across a varied and interesting portfolio Full driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use (mileage allowance provided) What's on offer: Competitive salary based on experience 33 days paid holiday Mileage allowance for business travel A genuine opportunity to lead and grow a department within a well-respected practice that has been established for over 40 years A collaborative, professional team environment with real scope for career development This is a role for someone who takes pride in the quality of their client relationships/management standards and who wants to build something, not just maintain it.