Property & Maintenance Manager

  • Box Leisure Recruitment
  • Feb 23, 2026
Full time Real Estate

Job Description

Property Manager / Portfolio Manager (Residential)
Location: North London
Salary: £34,000 - £36,000 (negotiable and DOE) + KPI's plus Co Car
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:15am - 5:30pm
We are seeking an experienced Residential Property Manager to oversee a large residential portfolio on behalf of a small number of key clients, including a local authority.
The portfolio consists mainly of older residential properties that require ongoing cosmetic works and updated compliance. This role suits someone practical, organised, and confident managing day-to-day issues while keeping costs under control.
You will be the main point of contact for landlords, tenants, contractors, and internal teams, ensuring rent collection, compliance, and maintenance are managed efficiently.
Portfolio
  • Approx. 200 residential units
  • Supporting around 1-3 key clients
  • Property types include: Blocks of flats/Studios
  • Older properties requiring cosmetic improvement and compliance updates
  • Some mixed-use buildings (shops with residential above)
  • Tenancies primarily on ASTs
  • Some tenants pay rent directly to the landlord
Key Responsibilities
  • Full management of a residential property portfolio
  • Rent collection and arrears management
  • Preparation of monthly landlord reports
  • Acting as the main reporting contact for landlords
  • Managing evictions where required, in line with legislation
  • Ensuring all properties are compliant with current regulations
  • Managing catch-up compliance works for older properties
  • Overseeing maintenance and cosmetic works
  • Obtaining quotes and managing contractors
  • Controlling costs and working within budgets
  • Liaising closely with internal rents and lettings teams
  • Managing a portfolio of approx. 15-20 sites/buildings
What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience in residential property management
  • Strong understanding of ASTs and landlord & tenant legislation
  • Good working knowledge of property maintenance
  • Experience managing older properties and remedial works
  • Confident communicator with landlords, tenants, and contractors
The Package

  • Salary: £34,000 - £40,000
  • KPI-based bonus: up to £5,000 per year
  • Monday to Friday, 9:15am - 5:30pm
  • 28 days holiday
  • Company car
  • Free parking