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I'm looking for an experienced Maintenance Operative to join our team at a premium residential development in South London.This is a varied, hands-on role covering planned, preventative and reactive maintenance across a mixed-tenure scheme. You'll be central to keeping our building running smoothly and our residents happy.We're looking for someone who brings:<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A strong compliance background with solid knowledge of H&amp;S procedures, PPMs and record-keeping</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Excellent customer service skills - you'll be a visible, approachable presence for residents</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong admin skills to maintain accurate compliance and maintenance logs</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Varied maintenance experience, ideally including plumbing (NVQ Level 2 desirable)</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">A background in high-end residential, BTR or student accommodation</li></ul>The role is primarily Monday-Friday (40 hrs/week) with occasional weekend working when the business requires. This is a temp to perm role starting ASAP.

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Are you looking for a flexible local role in property sales, customer service, or new homes? This is an exciting opportunity to join Sussex / Surrey's thriving new build housing market as a Property Showroom Host / New Homes Sales Assistant.You'll welcome potential buyers into stylish marketing suites, showcase beautiful new build homes, and provide a warm, professional experience as they take their first steps towards finding their dream property.This is perfect if you're seeking flexible work in Surrey / Sussex, want to explore a career in property sales, or simply enjoy engaging with people in stunning new home environments.What your day might include:<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Greeting and hosting prospective buyers in property showrooms.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Conducting viewings and highlighting design, lifestyle, and location benefits.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Managing your own diary and conversations with autonomy.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Gaining valuable experience in estate agency, new homes sales, or customer service.</li></ul>Why this role could be ideal for you:<ul><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Competitive hourly pay up to £16.00 ph + holiday pay (c. £32k equivalent).</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Flexible shifts - perfect if you're retired, changing careers, or between jobs.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Work locally across Surrey / Sussex - avoid long commutes.</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words">Learn from a respected new homes developer with guidance and mentoring.</li></ul>Who we're looking for: Friendly, confident, and polished individuals with a passion for people, customer service, and property. Whether you've worked in retail, hospitality, estate agency, or sales, this is your chance to bring those skills into the new homes property sector.Apply today and become part of Surrey / Sussex's growing property market - helping buyers find their perfect home while enjoying a role that fits around your life.

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Technical Manager📍 Birmingham / Midlands The OpportunityAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Technical Manager to join a growing, design-led residential developer delivering a diverse portfolio of high-quality housing and apartment schemes across the Midlands.This is a key role within the technical team, reporting into the Head of Technical, and offers the chance to work on a range of complex, multi-phase developments with long-term pipeline security.Salary &amp; Package<ul><li>💷 £60,000 - £90,000 </li><li>🎯 Bonus: Up to 20% </li><li>🚗 Car allowance: £5,000 - £7,000</li><li>🌴 Holiday: Standard allowance + office closure over Christmas</li><li>⏱️ Flexibility: Pragmatic approach to personal commitments (appointments, school events, etc.)</li></ul>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage and coordinate all technical aspects of residential developments from pre-construction through to completion</li><li>Oversee design development, ensuring compliance with planning, building regulations, and technical standards</li><li>Appoint, manage, and coordinate external consultants and design teams</li><li>Drive programme, cost efficiency, and buildability across schemes</li><li>Act as a key interface between technical, construction, and commercial teams</li><li>Support delivery across both housebuilding and apartment schemes</li><li>Ensure smooth handover of information to site teams and resolve technical issues during construction</li></ul>ProjectsYou will be involved in a varied and high-quality development pipeline, including:<ul><ul><li>Over 700 units in planning or on site</li></ul></ul>Technical Manager Candidate ProfileExperience:<ul><li>Proven experience in a Technical role within residential development</li><li>Strong exposure to both housing and apartment schemes (ideally)</li><li>Background within a developer, consultancy, or main contractor environment</li></ul>Skills &amp; Attributes:<ul><li>Strong technical and construction knowledge</li><li>Able to manage multiple projects and stakeholders effectively</li><li>Confident working autonomously and taking ownership</li><li>Commercially aware with a focus on delivery</li></ul>Culture &amp; Environment<ul><li>Construction-led and pragmatic approach</li><li>Focus on delivery, output, and results rather than process</li><li>Non-corporate, straightforward working environment</li><li>Flexible culture with an emphasis on accountability and trust</li></ul>Reporting Line<ul><li>Reports into the Head of Technical</li><li>Works closely with the Development Director and wider delivery team</li></ul>

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<h1 >Property Manager</h1>Location: Central LondonSalary: £35,000 - £42,000 + bonusContract: Full-time OR 12 Month FTCMonday - Friday (9:30am - 6:00pm)<hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5" /><h2 >Highlights</h2><ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage a 400-unit residential portfolio spanning luxury and private rental properties across Greater London</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Join a growing international real estate business with an established and expanding London presence</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Hybrid working (3 days in office, 2 from home) with private medical insurance and a dog-friendly office policy</li></ul><hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5" /><h2 >About the opportunity</h2>Our client are a specialist residential real estate business with roots across Europe and a growing international footprint are looking for a Property Manager to join its London team.The London office, has built a substantial portfolio across residential and hospitality sectors - including service apartments, private rental, HMO and hotel developments. The team currently consists of seven people in the property management function, and the business continues to grow its London portfolio.This role sits within the Property Management team, reporting to the Property Management Team Lead, and focuses on managing Assured Shorthold Tenancies (AST) across multiple buildings in Greater London.<hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5" /><h2 >What makes the role exceptional</h2>The business operates at the intersection of residential and hospitality real estate, giving you exposure to a genuinely varied portfolio. You'll be part of a lean, collaborative team where your contribution is visible and your development is supported. The hybrid working model, private medical insurance and competitive bonus structure reflect a business that invests in its people.<hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5" /><h2 >Key responsibilities</h2><ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage a portfolio of 400 units across multiple buildings in Greater London</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Handle day-to-day tenant enquiries and deliver a consistently high standard of customer service</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Organise void works, reactive maintenance and planned preventive maintenance (PPM)</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Oversee the checkout process and deposit returns within industry timeframes</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Serve relevant notices and manage tenancy terminations where required</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Conduct regular site inspections and ensure compliance with legislation</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage portfolio budgets and report against targets</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Work collaboratively with the Building Management, Credit Control and Lettings teams</li></ul><hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5" /><h2 >Requirements</h2><ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Previous property management experience in a similar role</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Sound knowledge of the Landlord and Tenant Act and AST agreements</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Understanding of Health &amp; Safety regulations in residential settings</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong communication skills; comfortable engaging with tenants by phone, email and in person</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Well organised with the ability to prioritise and work under pressure</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Confident handling difficult situations professionally and calmly</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Computer literate with a willingness to adopt new systems</li></ul><hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5" /><h2 >Rewards and benefits</h2><ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Bonus guaranteed each year</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">25 days holiday plus UK bank holidays (total 33)</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Private Medical Insurance</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Company pension</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Hybrid working - 3 days in office, 2 remote</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Enhanced maternity pay</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Dog-friendly office (one day per week, subject to policy)</li></ul><hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5" />We are an equal opportunities recruiter, valuing diversity and inclusion and welcoming applications from all suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background.

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We are looking for a hands-on Property Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of a diverse property portfolio across multiple sites in South West London. This role focuses on property inspections, resident communication, maintenance coordination, compliance, and reporting, while working closely with the Lettings Manager and wider Operations team. Regular site visits and strong organisational skills are essential.Key ResponsibilitiesProperty &amp; Portfolio Management<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage the day-to-day operations of residential and commercial properties within the portfolio</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Conduct regular property inspections and prepare detailed reports with recommendations</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensure properties are maintained to a high standard and align with asset management objectives</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Monitor vacancies, tenancies, and upcoming lease events in collaboration with the Lettings Manager</li></ul>Resident &amp; Stakeholder Communication<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Act as the main point of contact for residents, responding to queries and issues in a professional and timely manner</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Build positive working relationships with tenants, landlords, and internal stakeholders</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Handle complaints and escalations effectively, ensuring timely and fair resolution</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Issue relevant notices and communicate clearly regarding tenancy and property matters</li></ul>Maintenance &amp; Repairs<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Instruct, coordinate, and manage maintenance requests for reactive and planned works</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Obtain quotations and oversee works through to completion</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensure all maintenance works comply with health &amp; safety and statutory requirements</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Monitor contractor performance and maintain accurate maintenance records</li></ul>Operations &amp; Compliance<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Oversee day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency and consistency</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations, including health &amp; safety, gas and electrical safety, fire safety, and HMO requirements</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Implement and maintain best-practice property management processes and systems</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage risk and resolve complex issues or escalated matters</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Report upwards on the status and performance of the portfolio, including inspections, maintenance, vacancies, arrears, and compliance matters</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Manage utility transitions and landlord utility readings</li></ul>Reporting &amp; Administration<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Prepare regular management reports on inspections, maintenance activity, arrears, vacancies, and property performance</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Maintain accurate property records, compliance documentation, and tenancy files</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for maintenance and operational expenditure</li></ul>Support to Lettings &amp; Operations<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Work closely with the Lettings Manager to support new lettings, renewals, and tenancy handovers</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Assist with coordination of move-ins and move-outs</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide operational input into asset management decisions and portfolio strategy</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support wider Operations and Business Development initiatives as required</li></ul>Marketing &amp; Portfolio Support<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Assist with marketing properties across portals and internal channels</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Provide market feedback from viewings to inform pricing and strategy</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Support portfolio growth by delivering a high standard of service</li></ul><hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5" />Skills &amp; ExperienceEssential<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience in residential lettings or a customer-facing property role</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Strong communication and interpersonal skills</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Well-organised with good attention to detail</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Confident conducting viewings and dealing with the public</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Basic knowledge of UK lettings legislation</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel</li></ul>Desirable<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">ARLA / Propertymark qualification or working towards</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Experience with property management or inspections</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Familiarity with multi-property or portfolio environments</li></ul><hr class="border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5" />Package &amp; Benefits<ul ><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Competitive salary commensurate with experience</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Company vehicle or travel allowance</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Performance-based bonuses</li><li class="whitespace-normal break-words pl-2">Professional development opportunities</li></ul>LocationThis role covers multiple sites across South West London. The successful candidate must be comfortable with regular travel between locations

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<h2 >Assistant Manager - Build-to-Rent</h2>Location: Salford Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Hours: 45 hours per week Contract: Full-time, Permanent<hr /><h3 >The Opportunity</h3>I'm currently working with a well-established and growing operator within the Build-to-Rent and living sectors who are looking to appoint an Assistant Manager for one of their flagship residential developments in MediaCity.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to step into (or further develop within) the BTR space, joining a collaborative on-site team and gaining exposure across operations, leasing, resident experience, and compliance.You'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of a modern, amenity-led building, while helping to create a vibrant and engaging resident community.<hr /><h3 >The Role</h3>Working closely with senior on-site leadership, you will support the overall performance of the building, ensuring a high standard of service delivery and operational excellence.This is a hands-on, varied position where no two days are the same-ideal for someone who enjoys both front-of-house interaction and behind-the-scenes coordination.<hr /><h3 >Key Responsibilities</h3><ul ><li >Supporting the full resident journey, from initial enquiry through to move-in and ongoing tenancy</li><li >Assisting with leasing activity, including viewings and converting enquiries</li><li >Acting as a key point of contact for residents, delivering a high level of customer service</li><li >Coordinating day-to-day operations to ensure smooth running of the building</li><li >Supporting rent collection, invoicing, and basic financial administration</li><li >Assisting with health &amp; safety compliance and maintaining accurate records</li><li >Working alongside maintenance teams to manage PPM and reactive works</li><li >Supporting resident engagement initiatives, including events and community-building activities</li><li >Assisting with social media and marketing initiatives to drive occupancy and engagement</li><li >Supporting efficient move-in and move-out processes</li></ul><hr /><h3 >About You</h3><ul ><li >Experience in property, Build-to-Rent, PBSA, hospitality, or a similar customer-focused environment</li><li >Strong customer service skills with a resident-first mindset</li><li >Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities</li><li >Confident communicator, both face-to-face and in writing</li><li >Proactive, hands-on, and solutions-focused</li><li >A team player with a strong sense of ownership and accountability</li><li >Basic understanding of financial processes (rent collection, invoicing, etc.) is beneficial</li><li >Competent with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)</li></ul><hr /><h3 >Why Apply?</h3><ul ><li >Opportunity to join a growing and reputable operator within the living sector</li><li >Exposure to all aspects of BTR operations and resident experience</li><li >Clear scope for progression and career development</li><li >Work within a modern, amenity-rich residential environment</li><li >Be part of building a genuine community, not just managing a building</li></ul>

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