Office Manager (QR255A)
Job type: Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Southampton, Hampshire
£30,000 - £40,000 PA
Sector: Property Management
Job description
An independent, well-established and growing Investment and Development company in Southampton are looking for an experienced and highly competent Office and Property Manager to work across a portfolio of privately-owned Residential Properties, whilst also supporting the Directors of the business. The role is based in Southampton SO15.
Working directly for the landlord/principal, this is an excellent opportunity for someone independent, capable and self-assured to use their previous property management skills within a small but successful and growing business.
Property Management
- Chasing rent arrears
- Ensuring flies are kept compliant
- Liaising with Landlords and tenants
- Dealing with deposit registration, release, and disputes
- Being involved in commercial lease renewals and negotiations
Asset Management
- Dealing with all aspects of commercial leasing including new leases, rent reviews, assignments, renewals, regears, and licenses/variations and running both the deal and legal processes for the above.
- Managing landlord/tenant litigation for both commercial and residential tenants. Managing other litigation matters.
- Assisting in managing development projects (refurbishments/conversions/new builds) including reviewing detailed design and tender packages, contractor selection, and overseeing contractor until practical completion.
Office Manager Duties:
- Managing the internal front-of-house and administrative support staff
- Managing HR functions, including assisting with commercial recruitment, managing holidays and absences
- Able to produce and present reports to Senior Management
- Identifying any improvements to productivity and implementing processes
- Liaising with Senior Managers and Directors
- Manage the workload and ensure it is evenly distributed
The Ideal Office and Property Manager will:
- Have at least 4 years of Office Manager experience, ideally in the property, construction, or estate management sectors
- Be personable and able to build rapport quickly.
- Have a can-do, positive attitude.
- Be able to work under pressure.
- Have excellent time management and organisational skills.
- Have the desire to contribute to company success.
- Be enthusiastic about all things property!
Apply today to find out more!