Assistant Property Manager

  • Deverell Smith Ltd
  • Feb 03, 2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

Assistant Property Manager

Permanent

28,000 - 32,000

London

Summary

We are looking for an organised and proactive Assistant Property Manager to support a team of Property Managers in the day-to-day management of residential blocks and estates. This role is ideal for someone looking to build their career in property management, combining strong administrative skills with increasing client-facing responsibility.

In addition to supporting a wider portfolio, the successful candidate will take day-to-day responsibility for 1-2 smaller clients, managing routine matters with oversight and support from senior colleagues.

Key responsibilities

  • Supporting Property Managers in the effective management of residential portfolios
  • Acting as a point of contact for a small number of allocated client sites
  • Logging and administering buildings insurance claims, keeping all parties informed
  • Attending site inspections and meetings as required, and progressing follow-up actions
  • Obtaining and presenting contractor quotations in a clear and professional manner
  • Issuing work orders within agreed authority levels
  • Assisting with actions arising from health & safety, fire risk, and asbestos assessments
  • Supporting contract re-tenders and site mobilisation following handover
  • Completing LPE1 forms for allocated sites
  • Producing system-generated reports and issuing standard correspondence
  • Supporting general administration tasks as required by business needs
  • Undertaking ad-hoc projects set by Property Managers or senior management

Skills and experience

  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work on your own initiative and manage competing priorities
  • Strong organisational skills with attention to detail
  • Experience working in a professional office environment
  • Previous experience in property management is desirable but not essential

Qualifications

  • Educated to A-Level standard (essential)
  • Degree-level education (desirable)

Personal qualities

  • Collaborative and professional, with the ability to build positive working relationships
  • Committed to continuous improvement and learning
  • Reliable, adaptable, and able to support a busy team environment

Working hours

  • Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm