A Property Manager keeps residential and commercial properties well maintained, compliant and financially controlled, and makes sure they meet the needs of tenants and landlords.
The Property Manager Job Description Template gives employers a ready-to-edit framework for a UK property management appointment, covering the job summary, key responsibilities, qualifications and the personal qualities the role needs.
The template positions the Property Manager as responsible for the day-to-day management of an assigned portfolio and as the primary point of contact for tenants and landlords.
What the template covers
- Setting, collecting and managing rent and other charges, and controlling operating expenses.
- Marketing vacant properties, conducting viewings and managing the letting process end to end.
- Tenant referencing and Right to Rent checks where applicable, tenancy agreements and renewals, and, where necessary, the possession process in line with current legislation.
- Regular inspections, and arranging maintenance and repairs to the required standard.
- Supervising site-based staff such as caretakers, concierge or cleaning teams.
- Annual property budgets, financial performance and reporting.
- Rent reviews, lease renewals and dilapidations, working with RICS-qualified surveyors where valuations are required.
- Compliance with legislation and safety requirements, including gas safety, electrical safety (EICR), fire risk assessments and building safety obligations.
- Negotiating leases and contractor agreements, and building relationships that support business development.
Knowledge, experience and qualifications
The template suggests a degree in Real Estate, Property Management or a related discipline as preferred, with a relevant professional qualification or membership such as ARLA Propertymark, IRPM or RICS as desirable. It also asks for proven experience managing a varied portfolio, sound knowledge of landlord and tenant law and tenancy legislation, and confidence with Microsoft Office and property management software.
The About You section focuses on customer service, communication, commercial awareness, organisation and negotiation, with the ability to balance the interests of landlords and tenants.
Designed to be adapted to the type and size of your portfolio, the template gives you a clear starting point for a Property Manager job description.
Who this resource is for
Property Directors, Asset Managers, Estates leaders, HR professionals, Talent Acquisition teams, landlords, property companies and organisations recruiting a Property Manager to oversee residential, commercial or mixed portfolios.
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