Senior Lettings Manager

  • Employer
  • Feb 18, 2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced and commercially minded Senior Property Professional with a strong background in residential lettings and lettings management to join our growing and very reputable property team based in central Cambridge.

This is a senior-level role suited to an individual who combines operational expertise with strong client relationship skills and a proven ability to drive performance, ensure compliance, and deliver exceptional service to landlords and tenants alike.

The successful candidate will play a key role in overseeing the full lettings lifecycle, supporting business growth, and maintaining high professional and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

Lettings & Business Development

  • Oversee the end-to-end lettings process from instruction through to tenancy completion.
  • Conduct market appraisals and advise landlords on pricing strategy and market positioning.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords, investors, and key stakeholders.
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities to grow the lettings portfolio.
  • Negotiate tenancy terms and manage offer progression.

Lettings Management & Operations

  • Oversee property management operations, ensuring efficient handling of tenancies.
  • Manage renewals, rent reviews, and tenancy negotiations.
  • Ensure effective coordination of maintenance, repairs, and contractor relationships.
  • Monitor portfolio performance, occupancy levels, and arrears management.
  • Provide guidance and support to junior team members where required.

Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensure full compliance with lettings legislation and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of property law, tenancy regulations, and industry best practice.
  • Oversee documentation including tenancy agreements, deposits, and statutory compliance checks.
  • Support audits and ensure internal processes meet professional standards.

Client Service & Relationship Management

  • Deliver a high standard of service to both landlords and tenants.
  • Act as a senior escalation point for complex issues or disputes.
  • Provide strategic advice to landlords to maximise asset performance and retention.

Key Skills & Experience

  • Extensive experience within residential lettings and lettings management.
  • Strong understanding of current lettings legislation and compliance requirements.
  • Proven track record of managing landlord relationships and growing portfolios.
  • Commercially aware with strong negotiation skills.
  • Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities.
  • Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Experience supervising or mentoring team members desirable.

Qualifications (Desirable)

  • ARLA Propertymark or equivalent professional qualification.
  • Full UK driving licence.
  • Relevant property or real estate qualifications advantageous.

Personal Attributes

  • Professional, credible, and client-focused.
  • Proactive and solutions-driven.
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
  • Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture.

What We Offer

  • Competitive starting salary and performance incentives.
  • Opportunity to play a key role within a growing business.
  • Supportive and professional working environment.
  • Career progression opportunities.
  • Fully funded professional qualifications.
  • A senior management team who really care who really care about their people.

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