Job Title: Property Manager - AST Portfolio (Maternity Cover)
Location: Central London (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Full-time, Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover - 12 months)
Salary: Competitive
About Us
Our client are a fast-growing, international real estate group with a strong presence in Europe and expanding operations. Since opening our London the London office, they have rapidly grown a substantial residential and hospitality portfolio, including serviced apartments, private rentals, HMOs, and hotel developments.
The London office is home to a vibrant and entrepreneurial team, driven by growth, innovation, and a commitment to delivering high-quality property management services.
The Opportunity
We're looking for a well-organised and proactive Property Manager to join our Property Management team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract.
You'll be managing a diverse portfolio of around 400 AST units across Greater London, ensuring high standards of compliance, maintenance, and customer service. Reporting to the Property Management Team Lead, this is a key role within a collaborative, fast-paced team, offering great exposure to luxury and private rental properties.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a portfolio of ~400 AST units across multiple sites
Oversee move-ins, checkouts, deposit returns, and legal notices
Coordinate void works, reactive repairs, and Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM)
Conduct regular site inspections and ensure compliance with H&S and legal standards
Respond to tenant enquiries promptly and professionally
Process and track insurance claims where required
Approve invoices and maintain oversight of property-related budgets
Keep accurate records in company systems and databases
Collaborate with internal teams (Lettings, Credit Control, Building Management)
Support colleagues and assist with ad-hoc tasks during the contract period
About You
Experience & Knowledge:
Proven experience in residential property management or a similar role
Strong understanding of ASTs and the Landlord and Tenant Act
Familiarity with health & safety requirements in residential property
Confidence working with databases and property management systems
Skills & Attributes:
Highly organised and able to prioritise across a busy portfolio
Clear communicator, both written and verbal
Confident handling tenant queries and resolving issues
Team player with a can-do attitude
Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines
What We Offer
25 days holiday plus UK bank/public holidays (pro-rata for fixed term)
Company pension scheme (salary sacrifice)
Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 from home)
Dog-friendly office (1 day per week, subject to company policy)
A dynamic, fast-paced team environment with opportunities to gain valuable experience
Interested?
If you're a reliable and experienced property professional looking to step into a busy, high-performing team on a maternity cover contract, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV and a short cover note.