Property management is a lucrative and exciting career, and is just one of the many thriving sectors that you can go into in the property industry. But you might be wondering, what actually is property management and what does a career in it entail? We have put together this short guide, telling you everything that you need to know about a career in property management.
Pear Recruitment is a property recruitment agency, helping our candidates find the right roles for them in all sectors of the property industry. We cover roles in a wide range of sectors, including property management, sales and lettings, client services, office support and much more - all across London, Essex, Hertfordshire and Kent.
What is a Property Manager?
A property manager is someone who is typically hired by a property owner, to oversee the daily operations and management of a rental property that they own. They basically handle all of the management of the property so that they don’t have to do it themselves, and act as the middle-man between the landlord and respective tenants.
You might be overseeing and looking after one property or a portfolio of multiple properties depending on your role and the company that you work for. You might be working for residential properties in the private rented sector (PRS), or for commercial properties such as offices, shopping centres or other commercially owned establishments.
What Does the Role of a Property Manager Entail?
You will be overseeing the daily management of different properties that you look after, ensuring that your tenants and landlord are happy, and that the property is functioning and is maintained as it should be. This includes regular inspections to your properties to make sure they adhere to health and safety regulations as well as other lettings legislations, and ensuring that the building is well looked after.
You will be in charge of sorting any maintenance or repairs as needed, and addressing any issues that your tenants might have. You may act as the main point of contact between the landlord and the tenant, and work with both parties to make sure that they are happy. And will most likely be managing finances for the property, which could include collecting rent, adjusting rental rates, and managing deposits.
What Career Progression is there in Property Management?
There is a lot of room for career growth and progression within property management, allowing you to take on further responsibilities, move up in the ladder and earn a higher salary within a relatively short time frame. You can quickly move up from being a property manager to a senior property manager, and then to a head of property management. As you progress through the different roles, you might end up managing a larger portfolio of properties, having more responsibilities, or managing a team. This makes it a fantastic sector of property to go into as there is so much room for growth, and a lot to learn.
Start Your Property Management Career with Pear Recruitment
This short post has only scratched the surface of the world of property management, and what a career in this sector involves. If you feel like a career in property management could be the right fit for you, and you want some help getting there then why not contact our team at Pear Recruitment today?
We have been helping candidates find their ideal roles within the property sector for over 10 years, and would love to help you start your property management career in London. We work on positions all across London, Essex, Hertfordshire, Kent and the surrounding areas and have helped hundreds of candidates land the perfect roles for them within the property industry.
Property Management Roles at All Levels
Here at Pear Recruitment, we work on property management roles at all levels; whether you are looking for your first role in this sector, a block property manager role, or a head property manager role then we can help. We work with a range of carefully selected clients here at Pear Recruitment, who we have been working with for many years and have successfully placed many happy candidates. These include large global corporations as well as small boutiques, who offer excellent salaries, fantastic benefits, and career-progression opportunities.
Register With Pear Recruitment Today
If you’d like for our expert team at Pear Recruitment to help you find the ideal property management role for you in London, then register with us today. All we need is a few super simple details from you, and we will be in touch with you to get started. We are always happy to help and answer any questions that you might have. You can reach us by giving us a call on 01992 463 226, or by sending us an email to hello@pearrecruitment.com.
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