Client Side Property Manager

You will be joining an established company looking for a Property Manager to join their in-house team based in Chester. The portfolio is a mix of commercial and residential units across the North West patch but primarily Wirral and Liverpool. Compliance and Record Management

• Ensure all properties remain compliant with current housing, health & safety, and property legislation.
• Manage statutory compliance requirements including:
• • Gas safety certificates
• • Electrical inspections
• • Fire risk assessments
• Coordinate remedial actions arising from inspections or compliance audits.
• Support responses to regulatory inspections. Facilities Management
• Manage utilities across the property base.
• Oversee the maintenance and operation of communal areas and building services.
• Coordinate planned preventative maintenance programmes.
• Manage cleaning, waste management, landscaping, security, and other site services.
• Monitor building systems and ensure prompt resolution of maintenance issues.
• Assist with major works planning and resident communications.
• Promote high standards of health, safety, and resident satisfaction across all managed properties. Rent Reviews
• Conduct periodic rent reviews in accordance with tenancy agreements and market conditions.
• Analyse local market data to recommend appropriate rental values.
• Prepare and issue rent review notices and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with landlords and tenants regarding proposed rental adjustments.
• Ensure all rent review processes comply with relevant legislation and contractual obligations. New tenancy management
• Coordinate the onboarding process for new tenancies in conjunction with appointed letting agents.
• Review prospective tenant applications and supporting documentation.
• Conduct tenant interviews and suitability assessment where required.
• Liaise with landlords and agents regarding applicant recommendations and tenancy approvals.
• Ensure tenancy start dates, inventories and key handovers are effectively coordinated.
• Monitor void periods and support initiatives to minimise vacancy durations. Service Charges
• Assist in the preparation and administration of annual service charge budgets.
• Monitor expenditure against approved budgets.
• Review and reconcile service charge accounts and supporting documentation.
• Liaise with finance teams, landlords, and leaseholders regarding service charge queries.
• Support year-end service charge reconciliation processes.
• Ensure service charge administration complies with lease agreements and statutory requirements. Contractor Management
• Refresh standard company procurement procedures: tender processes, adequacy of contractors and suppliers, no over-reliance on individual suppliers.
• Source, appoint, and manage external contractors and service providers in line with company procurement procedures.
• Obtain and review quotations for maintenance and repair works.
• Monitor contractor performance, service levels, and compliance with agreed specifications.
• Ensure contractors maintain appropriate insurance, certifications, and health & safety documentation.
• Approve completed works and manage contractor invoicing processes. Residential property management and inspections
• Monitor vacant properties and oversee readiness for new occupancies.
• Follow up on outstanding maintenance issues identified during inspections.
• Manage repair, maintenance, and health & safety issues, and arrange appropriate remedial actions. Skills & Experience
• Previous experience in property management.
• Strong knowledge of UK property legislation and compliance requirements.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience managing contractors and service providers.
• Competent in preparing reports, budgets, and property documentation.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and property management systems. Fantastic opportunity with an established successful company offering around £35000 - £45000 plus company bonus, private healthcare, parking. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.