We are seeking a proactive and experienced Residential Property Manager to join well established Management company based in North London. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to take full ownership of a diverse residential portfolio, ensuring high standards of service delivery across both lettings and ongoing management.
The role is split between office-based administration and on-site South London portfolio oversight, requiring strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to build and maintain relationships with landlords, tenants, and contractors.

Duties:

Manage the full lifecycle of tenancies, from move-in to move-out.
Draft and serve legal notices in accordance with Housing Act 1988 and 2004, including: Section 8 (for rent arrears or breach of tenancy) Section 13 (for proposing rent increases in periodic tenancies) o Section 21 (for no-fault evictions under ASTs)
Ensure accurate AST drafting, renewals, and compliance with Deposit Protection regulations.
Resolve complex tenant disputes and escalated issues professionally.
Liaise with legal professionals and represent the company at court hearings where necessary.
Compliance & Regulation
Ensure all properties adhere to statutory requirements, including: Gas Safety, EICR, EPC, HMO licensing, and Right to Rent checks.
Monitor the renewal and expiry of all safety certificates, managing renewals proactively.
Oversee HMO and selective licensing processes with local authorities.
Maintain up-to-date, audit-ready documentation for every property.
Respond promptly and professionally to all tenant maintenance issues, ensuring clear communication and timely updates.
Appoint and liaise with in house maintenance team and external qualified contractors and service providers for maintenance and repair works, obtaining multiple quotes to ensure competitive pricing and best value.
Oversee larger refurbishments and capital improvement projects, including attending sites as necessary to ensure quality and timely completion.
Collaborate effectively with the in-house maintenance team, providing guidance and support where applicable.
Develop and implement a proactive maintenance plan, scheduling regular inspections and preventive maintenance to minimize future issues.
Manage the budget for maintenance activities, monitoring costs and negotiating with suppliers and contractors to achieve cost efficiency.
Prioritize urgent maintenance issues, coordinating fast-track responses and minimizing disruption to tenants.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, contractor invoices, and related expenditures to support financial reporting and property management compliance.
Ensure all maintenance works comply with relevant health and safety regulations and landlord obligations.

About you:
3 years experience in Property/Block Management
Own Driving Licence – Own Car preferred
Knowledge of South London property values and markets

What we offer:
£35,000 – £45,000 Salary DOE
Monday – Friday 9-6
60% Office Based 40% Site Based where required

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