Senior Property Manager

  • The Recruitment Experts
  • Oct 24, 2025
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Property Manager

Location: Edgbaston, Birmingham (occasional off-site meetings)

Salary: £28,500 - £35,000 (DOE)

Working days: Mon-Fri, alternate Saturdays 8:00am-1:00pm

Are you an experienced Property Manager ready to take the next step in your career? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment where no two days are the same? If you're looking for a role that combines leadership, problem-solving, and hands-on property management, this opportunity could be perfect for you.

We're seeking a Senior Residential Property Manager to oversee a varied portfolio while mentoring and supporting a small team. You'll be the key point of contact for both landlords and tenants, ensuring every aspect of property management is delivered to the highest standard.

This is a role for someone proactive, confident, and driven - a professional who wants to make a real impact within a respected, growing business.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage a residential property portfolio with full accountability
  • Lead on all reactive maintenance issues, ensuring swift, cost-effective solutions
  • Build strong, lasting relationships with landlords and tenants as their trusted senior point of contact
  • Mentor and guide a team of two Property Managers, providing leadership and support on escalated cases
  • Ensure all properties comply with health & safety and legal obligations, including gas, electrical, and fire risk checks
  • Supervise property inspections, ensuring accurate reporting and timely follow-up
  • Manage contractor relationships, maintaining high-quality, budget-conscious work
  • Oversee the full tenancy lifecycle from move-in to renewal or exit
  • Drive process improvements, helping refine and elevate service delivery

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Solid experience in residential property management (senior or supervisory level preferred)
  • Strong understanding of UK lettings legislation and compliance requirements
  • Proven ability to manage reactive maintenance and contractor coordination
  • Excellent communication skills, with a customer-first approach
  • Organized, efficient, and confident managing competing priorities
  • Competent with property management software and MS Office
  • ARLA/Property mark qualification (or willingness to work towards one) desirable

What's on Offer:

  • Competitive salary £28,500 - £35,000 (DOE)
  • Parking space provided
  • 20 days annual leave bank holidays
  • Supportive, collaborative working environment
  • Clear career development opportunities and further training
  • The chance to play a pivotal role in shaping service standards within a respected business

If you're ready to bring your experience, leadership, and ambition to a role where you'll be truly valued, we'd love to hear from you.