Property Manager

Description

Property Manager – Property Management / Compliance / HMO

Salary: circa 35,000 per annum

Location: London

Our client, an established property management organisation is seeking an experienced Property Manager to join its Property Management team, reporting directly to the Head of Property Management. This role plays a key part in ensuring properties are safe, compliant, licensed and well–managed, while maintaining strong client relationships and protecting commercial revenue.

Key Responsibilities

Property & Utilities Management

Set up, manage and close utility contracts (gas, electric, water) for new and existing properties

Review and benchmark utility costs to ensure best value and cost control

Manage Council Tax registration and transfers

Resolve utility, council tax and enforcement queries, including liaison with external agencies

Compliance & Safety

Work closely with the Maintenance Team to ensure full property compliance

Ensure properties meet all health & safety, fire safety and statutory requirements

Support ongoing compliance audits and inspections

HMO & Licensing

Manage HMO and Selective Licence applications

Liaise with local authorities and councils regarding licensing and inspections

Ensure licence conditions, schedules of works and expiry dates are actively managed

Prevent any out–of–licence or non–compliance incidents

Inspections & Property Visits

Schedule property inspections and fire alarm testing

Manage inspection reporting via CRM systems

Conduct regular property visits, including initial sign–off and ongoing checks

Access & Handbacks

Coordinate access for clients, contractors and utility providers

Manage property handbacks, ensuring all client requirements are met

Arrange caretaking or security services during void periods where required

Business Rates

Manage transitions between Business Rates and Council Tax

Liaise with the Valuation Office Agency (VOA)

Skills & Experience Required

Proven experience as a Property Manager, Estates Manager or Compliance Manager

Strong knowledge of HMO licensing, property compliance and UK housing regulations

Experience managing utilities, council tax and business rates

Confident liaising with local authorities, councils and contractors

Organised, detail–focused and commercially aware

Comfortable working as part of a Senior Leadership Team

Benefits

Competitive salary of circa 35,000

Senior, visible role within property management

Varied position covering compliance, licensing, inspections and client liaison

Mandeville is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Ad ID: 5417733755