Property Manager

  • GCB Recruitment
  • Chelmsford, Essex
  • 08/09/2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

Property Manager £26,000 - £28,000 Hybrid Working Chelmsford

Experienced in residential lettings or property management and looking for a role offering genuine flexibility and long-term career development?

We're recruiting for an experienced Property Manager to join an established and highly regarded residential lettings business.

This is an excellent opportunity for a property professional with a strong customer service and problem-solving approach, looking to join a successful business offering comprehensive training, professional development and predominantly home-based working following successful completion of probation.

The Role

As a Property Manager, you will:

  • Manage maintenance queries from private tenants by telephone and email
  • Liaise with landlords, providing regular updates on maintenance works and resolutions
  • Instruct approved contractors and arrange access for quotations, inspections and repairs
  • Coordinate property compliance and safety checks
  • Monitor and follow up compliance documentation, including gas safety certificates, electrical inspections and EPCs
  • Ensure smoke and carbon monoxide alarm requirements are met
  • Maintain accurate records of enquiries, communications, compliance checks and actions taken
  • Proactively progress maintenance issues and ensure works are dealt with efficiently
  • Prioritise urgent maintenance and compliance matters within a busy workload
  • Maintain strong communication with local branches and internal teams
  • Deliver a professional and high level of service to landlords and tenants

Property Manager requirements:

  • Proven experience within residential lettings or property management is essential
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, can-do approach
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Confident, professional and customer-focused manner
  • Highly organised with the ability to prioritise and manage a busy workload
  • Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping skills
  • IT proficient, including experience using Microsoft Office
  • Ability to build effective relationships with landlords, tenants, contractors and colleagues
  • A team-focused approach with the ability to work independently

What's on Offer?

  • £26,000 - £28,000 salary (depending on experience)
  • Your birthday day off
  • Increasing holiday entitlement linked to length of service
  • Long-service rewards
  • Comprehensive initial and ongoing training
  • Professional accreditations and qualifications fully funded
  • Excellent career development opportunities
  • Opportunity to join an established and successful residential lettings business

Working Arrangement

  • Full-time position
  • Predominantly home-based working following successful completion of probation
  • Four days per month working from Head Office or a local branch

Apply Today!

If you're an experienced Property Manager / Lettings professional looking for a new challenge and want to join a successful property business offering genuine flexibility, excellent training and long-term career development, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now, and we'll review your application within 48 hours. Suitable candidates will be contacted directly.