Senior Property Manager

SENIOR PROPERTY MANAGER

Rendall Rittner £Competitive, aligned to experience and portfolio size Hybrid

ROLE OVERVIEW

This is a unique Senior Property Manager role, working closely with the CEO and senior leadership team on high-impact initiatives across new business, mobilisation and complex operational projects. This is not a traditional portfolio role. You will initially focus on supporting key business priorities before transitioning into long-term portfolio ownership as developments are secured and onboarded. You will collaborate with teams across Property Management, Operations and Mobilisation, gaining exposure across the full lifecycle of a development. This is more than just portfolio management. Youll act as a senior point of expertise, balancing operational delivery, client relationships and team leadership, trusted to make decisions and contribute to the wider success of the business.

ROLE EXPECTATIONS

This is a fast-paced, high-responsibility role requiring strong leadership, sound judgement and commercial awareness. You will:

• Take ownership of developments as they are onboarded, ensuring consistently high service delivery
• Lead, support and mentor Property Managers and junior team members
• Build strong, trusted relationships with clients, residents and stakeholders
• Oversee budgets, forecasts and financial performance with accuracy and control
• Manage major works projects and Section 20 consultations end-to-end
• Ensure full compliance with HS, legislation and industry best practice
• Proactively identify risks, resolve issues and drive improvements

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

Youll be successful in this role if:

• You play a key role in securing, onboarding and stabilising new developments
• Your portfolio transitions into a stable, compliant and high-performing position
• Clients see you as a trusted advisor and go-to expert
• Your team is engaged, supported and consistently delivering
• Financial management is accurate, transparent and well-controlled
• Major works and projects are delivered smoothly and professionally

HOW YOULL SPEND MOST OF YOUR TIME

Most weeks, youll be:

• Supporting new business pitches and mobilisation activity
• Working with senior stakeholders on complex or high-priority developments
• Managing and stabilising developments as they are onboarded
• Attending client meetings, AGMs and board presentations
• Reviewing budgets, forecasts and financial performance
• Overseeing major works and contractor performance
• Conducting site visits and ensuring compliance standards are met
• Providing expert advice on leasehold legislation and best practice

Youll work in a hybrid way, with a mix of home working, time in the office and site visits as required, trusted to manage your time and priorities effectively

WHO THIS ROLE IS FOR

• Has strong experience in residential block/property management
• Has previously operated at Senior Property Manager level or is ready to step up
• Is confident leading people and influencing stakeholders
• Has strong financial, operational and commercial awareness
• Communicates clearly, professionally and with authority
• Is comfortable working across a range of priorities beyond a standard portfolio role
• Takes pride in delivering a high-quality, proactive service

EXPERIENCE THAT HELPS

• Proven experience managing residential portfolios
• Experience mentoring or managing team members
• Strong understanding of Landlord Tenant Act and leasehold legislation
• Knowledge of RICS, ARMA and industry best practice
• Experience with Section 20 consultations and major works
• TPI qualification (or working towards)

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary, aligned to experience
• Discretionary bonus
• Home-based working with portfolio travel
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private medical insurance, life assurance and enhanced family leave
• Fully funded training and professional development
• Paid sabbaticals as a loyalty reward
• Pension scheme and employee assistance programme
• Discounts across travel, retail, fitness and entertainment

ABOUT RENDALL RITTNER

Rendall Rittner is one of the UKs most established and highly accredited residential leasehold property management companies, managing over 90,000 homes nationwide. Founded in 1990 on the belief that property management should be more professional, transparent and customer-focused, those principles still drive how we operate today as a founding partner of Odevo. We are people-led and technology-enabled, investing heavily in our teams, systems and continuous improvement. Our standards are recognised through Investors in People Platinum, regulation by RICS and the FCA, and multiple industry awards, including Property Manager of the Year and Managing Agent of the Year.

HOW WE HIRE

• Initial conversation with our talent team
• Interview focused on experience, judgement and approach
• We aim to complete the process within two to three weeks and communicate clearly throughout.

INTERESTED?

Apply with your CV. All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. Documentary evidence of eligibility will be required.