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Location: South East London
Hours: Mon - Thurs 9-5.30pm and Fri 9-5pm
Salary: £32,000 - £40,000PA + Benefits below
**Client Side Opportunity!**
An Assistant Property Manager forms part of our in-house Property Management teamand works alongside the wider Property Management team, as well as our Service Charge accounts team. An Assistant Property Manager is responsible for supporting the Property Managers in overseeing a portfolio of mixed-use developments and supporting the Senior Property Manager and other team members on the management of the whole portfolio.
Duties of the Assistant Property Manager include:
? Support the day-to-day maintenance of leasehold properties.
? Carry out various property management tasks as directed by the Property Manager,Senior Property Manager, and Head of Property.
? Assist in the project management of Section 20 consultations, and major internal andexternal works along with the relevant surveyors consultants.
? Manage electronic data and emails and ensure all records are updated.
? Manage email and telephone enquiries from lessees, subtenants, contractors etc.
? Assist with site visits to ensure all buildings are in good order and complete site inspection reports.
? Ensure insurance claims are being processed efficiently and correctly in conjunctionwith the property management team.
? Review and agree all circular & client correspondence including newsletters, ensuring thatcommunication is regular and accurate.
? Liaise with contractors to arrange repairs, cleans, and any other tasks including emergencyrepairs and attend appointments when required.
? Maintain and update the approved contractors list.
? Maintain and update the purchase order system to ensure all expenditure is supported by aworks order.
? Manage and upload compliance documents to Quooda.
? Be the first or secondary point of contact for staff and residents enquiries on various siteswithin the portfolio.
? Support the Property Manager and Senior Property Manager in carrying out monthlyresident surgeries on site.
? Collaborate with the Property Manager, Senior Property Manager, and accounts teamwith regards to service charge budgets and payments.
Requirements of the Assistant Property Manager:
Essential:
? Must have an understanding of new build residential and mixed-use developments.
? Previous experience operating as an Assistant Property Manager, Property Administrator or similar.
? Previous experience operating as an Assistant Property Manager, Property Administrator or similar.
? Some understanding of the relevant Leasehold, Landlord and Tennant Act.
? Knowledge of budgets and accounts, including utility billing and apportionment.
? Excellent communication skills across face-to-face, telephone, and emailinteractions, with a professional approach.
? Demonstrable ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
? Proficient in basic Microsoft packages including Word, Excel and Outlook with theability to learn new systems as needed.
? Exceptional administration skills, with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
? Excellent organisation, prioritisation, and time management skills.
Company Benefits for the Assistant Property Manager:
? 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
? Life assurance
? Private healthcare
? Critical illness insurance
? Matching contribution pension scheme
? Discretionary salary and bonus review
? Employee assistance programme
? Discounted gym memberships
? Cycle to Work Scheme
? Discount portal
? Volunteering opportunities
? Sponsorship of professional qualifications and accreditations
Jackson Sims Recruitment, specialists in Real Estate, covering Block & Estate Management, Property Management (AST), Build to Rent (BTR), Facilities Management, Concierge, PBSA and Financial & Accounting Services, operating in London and throughout the UK. Should you be a candidate or client working in Real Estate, we have a multitude of recruitment services that can be tailored to you.
