Student Lettings Property Manager

Canterbury, Kent
Reed Property & Construction
Student Lettings Property Manager

• Annual Salary: 27,000 – 30,000
• Location: Canterbury
• Job Type: Full-time

We are seeking a Student Lettings Property Manager to join our forward-thinking team in Canterbury. This role is ideal for an articulate and intelligent individual who is keen on developing a career in property management. While previous experience in Student Lettings is desirable, candidates with experience in Residential Lettings or general Property Management are also encouraged to apply.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Conduct site visits to assess repairs and maintenance needs, obtaining quotations, and arranging maintenance orders with approved contractors.
• Perform property inspections, write appraisals and detailed reports.
• Handle the marketing of properties, arrange and conduct viewings, and manage lease procedures.
• Carry out inventories, check-ins, and check-outs of students.
• Manage day-to-day student lettings tasks including handling telephone calls, queries, and general filing.
• Provide cover for team members and handle general correspondence as required.
• Deal with complaints from landlords and tenants, and negotiate with potential new clients.
• Maintain a working knowledge of current legislation relevant to student lettings.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and maintain a good eye for detail.
• Strong organisational skills and excellent timekeeping.
• Motivated individual with solid customer service skills.
• Must own a clean, full UK driving licence and have a vehicle with business insurance for work use.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office packages.
• Experience in a similar role within real estate is highly advantageous.

Benefits:

• Annual pay reviews.
• Business mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile.
• Comprehensive health care scheme
• Medicash plan covering various health-related expenses.
• Employee Assistance Program provided by Health Assured.
• Generous holiday allowance of 25 days plus bank holidays.
• Learning and Development Programme to support your career growth.
• Long Service Award increasing holiday allowance at key milestones.
• Company pension scheme
• Payment of professional membership fees upon agreement with your director.

To apply for this Student Lettings Property Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.