deverellsmith's annual Salary Guide and Trends Report features salary benchmarks across every vertical of the real estate and construction sectors.&nbsp;
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Key findings from the report include:
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<li>26% of participants received a pay rise in the last 6 months</li>
<li>Flexibility still remains a constant demand&nbsp;</li>
<li>75% of participants prefer pay rises to be linked to personal performance and inflation</li>
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Temporary Facilities Manager | Croydon | ASAP start until DecemberI'm working with a client who is looking for an experienced Facilities Manager to join their premium residential community in Croydon on a temporary basis. This is an immediate requirement, so if you're available now and ready to hit the ground running, I'd love to hear from you.The role You'll support the Community Manager in keeping the building safe, compliant and running well, overseeing technical services and maintenance across the buildings, grounds, amenities and common areas. Day to day, you will:<ul dir="ltr"><li>Assign and oversee resident work orders and reactive repairs, making sure they're completed on time and to standard</li><li>Manage planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules with the approved contractor network</li><li>Oversee statutory compliance, including risk assessments, RAMS, permits to work, PAT testing and H&amp;S records</li><li>Supervise contractors and suppliers, and check the quality of work carried out on site</li><li>Keep Operations &amp; Maintenance manuals, the H&amp;S file and statutory records up to date</li><li>Manage purchase orders, invoices and budget tracking alongside the Community Manager</li><li>Report monthly to the Estates Management team on PPM, lifecycle replacement and contractor performance</li><li>Build good relationships with residents and external stakeholders such as the local council and fire services</li><li>Provide out-of-hours emergency cover on an on-call basis</li></ul>What my client is looking for<ul dir="ltr"><li>Building maintenance experience in a corporate residential setting (premium or private residential blocks, hotels or similar)</li><li>Experience supervising contractors and working with teams to maintain high-end residential buildings</li><li>A qualification in electrical/mechanical engineering or plumbing (NVQ, City &amp; Guilds or equivalent), or a trade apprenticeship background</li><li>A solid understanding of UK Health &amp; Safety legislation and building compliance, and experience managing risk assessments and PPM systems</li><li>Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach</li><li>Proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook</li><li>Flexibility to work on-call or overtime when needed</li></ul>Nice to have: IOSH qualification, knowledge of SFG20 maintenance job plans, and a degree in a related discipline.

Facilities Manager

Resident Services Associate | Temp, Immediate Start | SheffieldWe're recruiting on behalf of our client, a leading Build-to-Rent operator, for a Resident Services Associate to join their on-site team at a premium residential development in Sheffield city centre.This is a temporary role starting ASAP. It's ideal for someone who enjoys being the face of a building and can hit the ground running.Location: Sheffield city centre Start: Immediate / ASAP Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday with occasional weekend cover for events and viewingsThe roleYou'll be the main point of contact for residents, guests and contractors, combining front-of-house hosting, leasing support and day-to-day building coordination. Your day-to-day will include:Resident relations and community<ul dir="ltr"><li>Providing a warm, professional welcome at the front desk for residents, visitors, deliveries and contractors</li><li>Onboarding new residents, including delivering home demonstrations</li><li>Handling resident queries and requests promptly through the Resident App ticketing system</li><li>Helping to organise and host community events such as resident socials, movie nights and welcome evenings</li><li>Resolving resident concerns fairly and professionally</li></ul>Leasing support<ul dir="ltr"><li>Following up new enquiries and matching prospective residents to available apartments</li><li>Arranging and conducting viewings and development tours</li><li>Supporting renewals and resident retention</li></ul>About you<ul dir="ltr"><li>Previous experience in residential lettings, BTR, hospitality, concierge or customer service (BTR experience is a real advantage)</li><li>A confident, friendly communicator with great attention to detail</li><li>Comfortable using property management systems and resident apps</li><li>Organised and able to juggle priorities in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Available to start immediately</li><li>Full right to work in the UK</li></ul>

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Community Host | Build to Rent | Bristol 🏙️I'm currently working with a leading UK residential property manager on the search for a Community Host to be the face of one of their Build to Rent communities in Bristol.If you have a leasing background and love creating a great resident experience, this could be a great fit.The role: ✅ Managing leasing enquiries, conducting viewings and completing viewing feedback notes ✅ Carrying out up to three prospect follow-ups per enquiry ✅ Chasing outstanding application documentation ✅ Sending RentCafe invitations and supporting applicants through the application process ✅ Coordinating move-ins, inductions and resident tours ✅ Managing move-outs, completing inventory inspections and handling deposit return administration ✅ Responding to resident emails and face-to-face queries ✅ Completing two parcel audits daily ✅ Supporting the delivery of 24 resident events per year ✅ Managing Rightmove advertising and Metricool marketing campaignsWhat my client is looking for: 🔹 Previous leasing experience, ideally within Build to Rent (BTR) 🔹 Strong customer service skills and the ability to stay calm in difficult situations 🔹 Excellent communication, organisation and attention to detail 🔹 Confidence with Microsoft Office and property or booking systems 🔹 ARLA or BTR TPI Level 2 (desirable) 🔹 First Aid, Health &amp; Safety and Manual Handling qualifications (desirable)The set-up: Site based in Bristol, on either a 4 on / 4 off rota (12-hour shifts) or 5 days over 7. You'll be part of a team led by a Community Host Manager or Assistant General Manager.

Community Host/Leasing Associate 

<h1>PART-TIME PROPERTY SALES EXECUTIVE</h1><h1>ASAP Start until Jan 2027</h1><h3>Stow-on-the-Wold | £115/day + £2,500 per sale + £1,500 per rental</h3><ul><li>Flexible part-time or full-time </li><li>No Saturdays </li><li>Temporary with potential to become permanent</li></ul>Know the Cotswolds property market? Love property sales but want more flexibility?This is a different kind of property sales opportunity.We're looking for an experienced Estate Agent, Sales Negotiator, New Homes Consultant or Residential Property Professional who already knows Stow-on-the-Wold and the surrounding Cotswolds market.You know the local streets, developments, agents and buyers. You understand how to build relationships, generate leads and turn a viewing into a sale.Now you can put that knowledge to work - without committing to a traditional 5-day property sales role.<h3>THE PACKAGE</h3>£115/day | £2,500 per completed sale | £1,500 per completed rental | £250 monthly CRM bonusPart-time or full-time | No SaturdaysSunday, Monday and Tuesday are particularly useful, but the working pattern can be flexible for the right person.<h3>WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING</h3>This isn't a sales suite role where you simply wait for Rightmove enquiries.There are around 150 existing property leads to work, alongside opportunities to generate your own.You'll:<ul><li>Conduct property viewings and convert enquiries into sales</li><li>Manage and re-engage warm residential property leads</li><li>Build relationships with prospective buyers and their families</li><li>Manage your own sales pipeline from enquiry through to completion</li><li>Generate leads through local networking and community engagement</li><li>Use your knowledge of the Cotswolds property market to identify opportunities</li><li>Sell both properties and rentals within a growing retirement living development</li><li>Follow up, negotiate and confidently ask for the sale</li></ul>We're looking for someone who is commercial, self-motivated and genuinely good at selling property.<h3>WHO COULD THIS SUIT?</h3>Perhaps you're an experienced estate agent who knows the local market inside out?Maybe you're a New Homes Sales Consultant between developments, coming to the end of a contract, or looking for something alongside another commitment?Perhaps you've stepped away from full-time residential property sales but still have the contacts, knowledge and appetite to make money from your expertise?New homes or retirement living experience isn't essential. Local property knowledge and sales ability are.<h3>THE OPPORTUNITY</h3>You bring the local knowledge, property expertise and relationships.We'll give you the development, existing database and commission opportunity.You decide how much you want to work.If you're the person who knows who is looking to move, which buyers are realistic and how to get a property deal over the line, this could be a very good fit.Apply now or contact Alice at Deverellsmith for a confidential conversation.

PART-TIME Property Sales Executive - Cotswolds

Role: Community HostSalary £30K Location: Cambridge Hours: Shift pattern, Monday to Saturday, 40 hours per weekJoin a Groundbreaking Rental Revolution as a Community Host!Step into an exciting opportunity to be part of the single-family rental community, redefining what it means to rent. They are creating vibrant, sustainable neighborhoods designed for living, working, and thriving - all with a focus on long-term community and well-being.Your Role: As the Community Host for their flagship development, you'll be the heartbeat of the community, delivering exceptional customer service, fostering connections, and creating unforgettable experiences. You'll lead community initiatives, manage day-to-day operations, and ensure residents feel truly at home.What You'll Do:<ul><li>Welcome residents and visitors with warmth, managing the front desk with professionalism.</li><li>Organize and oversee community events, bringing people together to build connections.</li><li>Support leasing strategies, ensuring high occupancy and resident satisfaction.</li><li>Manage social media accounts, showcasing the best of the community.</li><li>Ensure communal areas are pristine, safe, and inviting through regular inspections.</li><li>Handle administrative tasks, resident queries, and tenancy documentation.</li><li>Collaborate with the team to drive innovation and enhance resident experiences.</li></ul>Who You Are:<ul><li>A people-person with a passion for hospitality and community building.</li><li>Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive with strong communication skills.</li><li>Experienced in front-of-house or customer-facing roles (1-2 years).</li><li>Tech-savvy, with proficiency in MS Office and social media management.</li><li>Flexible and adaptable, ready to work varied shifts, including weekends and evenings.</li></ul>Why Join Them? Be part of a fast-growing, forward-thinking organization that values creativity, innovation, and making a difference. You'll help shape a community where renting isn't just a temporary option - it's a lifestyle.Ready to redefine renting and create something extraordinary? Apply now and make it happen!

Community Host 

Property Management Team LeaderLocation: London SE1 Salary: £45,000 + 10% bonus Contract: Full-time, Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm (1 day per week from home)Highlights:<ul dir="ltr"><li>Lead a team of four while managing your own portfolio of 50 properties</li><li>Work with a high proportion of overseas landlords, with WeChat experience a genuine advantage</li><li>A base salary of £45,000 plus a 10% annual bonus, with hybrid working</li></ul>About the opportunityAn established estate management company operating across London and the Home Counties is looking for a Property Management Team Leader to join their South Bank office. With decades of combined experience in the Central London rental market, the business supports both domestic and overseas investors across sales, lettings, property management, refurbishment and block management, and this role sits within a growing property management division.What makes the role exceptionalYou'll split your time between leading a team of four property managers and holding your own portfolio of 50 properties, giving you the chance to stay close to day-to-day property management while developing your leadership skills. This is a hands-on role for someone who's comfortable picking up the phone and getting stuck in, rather than managing purely from a distance. You'll be working with a broad mix of landlords, tenants, contractors and team members, so building rapport with different types of people day to day is central to the role. A portion of the portfolio is held by overseas landlords, so WeChat experience would be a genuine asset when it comes to building trust and communicating clearly. The hybrid structure, with one day working from home each week, supports a better work-life balance alongside collaborative office-based days.Key responsibilities<ul dir="ltr"><li>Lead and support a team of four property managers, providing guidance and day-to-day management</li><li>Manage a personal portfolio of 50 properties, ensuring high standards of service</li><li>Take a hands-on approach to resolving issues directly, including picking up the phone rather than relying solely on email</li><li>Act as an escalation point for complex tenant, landlord or property issues</li><li>Monitor team performance and workloads, stepping in to redistribute work where needed</li><li>Build strong working relationships with a diverse range of landlords, tenants and contractors, including a number of overseas landlords</li><li>Ensure compliance with relevant property and lettings legislation</li><li>Support recruitment, onboarding and development within the team</li></ul>Requirements<ul dir="ltr"><li>Proven experience in residential property management, ideally in a supervisory or team leadership capacity</li><li>A hands-on, proactive approach, comfortable picking up the phone to resolve issues quickly</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with people from a wide range of backgrounds</li><li>Strong working knowledge of property management processes and compliance requirements</li><li>Excellent communication and organisational skills</li><li>Ability to manage competing priorities across a personal portfolio and a wider team</li><li>WeChat experience would be helpful but is not essential</li></ul>Rewards and benefits<ul dir="ltr"><li>£45,000 base salary</li><li>10% annual bonus</li><li>Hybrid working, with one day from home each week</li><li>Opportunity to develop into a broader leadership role within a well-established business</li></ul>We are an equal opportunities recruiter, valuing diversity and inclusion and welcoming applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background.If this sounds like the right next step for you, we'd love to hear from you.

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