£31,200 Permanent Full‑time Start ASAP Interviews Imminent
About the Role
This highly successful, internationally based organisation is seeking a friendly, dependable and proactive Property Manager to support its large student accommodation portfolio across York. This is a permanent, full‑time position, Monday to Friday, ideal for someone who enjoys a mix of administration, practical tasks and daily interaction with students and contractors.
The successful candidate will play a key role in keeping properties safe, compliant and welcoming. This is a varied role with real impact, offering the chance to build strong relationships, solve problems and help create a positive living environment for students.
Key Responsibilities
- Tenant & Contractor Liaison — Provides friendly, professional support to students, manages viewings, check‑ins and check‑outs, and maintains strong communication with landlords and suppliers.
- Administration & Team Support — Handles invoices, records, budgets and general office tasks, helping the wider team stay organised and efficient.
- Maintenance & Property Standards — Oversees planned and reactive maintenance, coordinates repairs, manages snagging, takes meter readings and supports contractors.
- Health & Safety Compliance — Acts as Building Fire Officer, completes routine safety checks and ensures compliance documentation is accurate and up to date.
Candidate Requirements
- Strong administrative and organisational skills
- Confident, friendly communication style
- A proactive, practical approach with a willingness to help wherever needed
- Good attention to detail
- Competent in Microsoft Office
- Flexible with occasional out‑of‑hours emergencies
- Basic working knowledge of Health & Safety
- Full UK driving licence (essential)
- Must live within 5 miles of York city centre (essential)
Desirable: Experience in property management, lettings or customer service; knowledge of tenancy processes; experience using property management software; First Aid training.
Salary & Hours
- £31,200 per year
- Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm
- Paid additional hours for emergency call‑outs
Application Process
The organisation is interviewing imminently and hopes to appoint someone who can start as soon as possible.
