Job Description:

Commercial Property Manager

LCA jobs are working with an established independent commercial property consultancy based in Woodford, East London, who are looking to recruit an experienced Commercial Property Manager to join their team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercial property professional to take responsibility for the day to day management of a varied property portfolio, working closely with landlords, tenants, contractors, insurers and professional advisers.

The need to knows

• Experienced Commercial Property Manager
• Location: Woodford, East London
• Position: Full time
• Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
• Package: Performance related bonus or commission opportunity linked to agreed business development and new instructions

Main purpose of the job

To provide effective day to day management and administrative support across a portfolio of commercial properties, ensuring that landlord and tenant matters, rent administration, maintenance, compliance and insurance requirements are handled accurately and professionally.

Duties of this role will include

• Managing day to day landlord and tenant enquiries.
• Monitoring rent schedules, payments, arrears and outstanding balances.
• Maintaining accurate property, tenant, financial and compliance records.
• Coordinating repairs, maintenance, inspections, quotations and contractor access.
• Liaising with landlords, tenants, contractors, insurers, brokers and professional advisers.
• Monitoring relevant property compliance requirements and following up outstanding certificates and inspections.
• Supporting compliance matters including fire safety, asbestos, legionella, gas safety, electrical inspections, emergency lighting where applicable.
• Assisting with building insurance renewals, policy administration and claims.
• Supporting lease administration, rent reviews, renewals, notices and related documentation.
• Providing landlords with regular updates on maintenance, compliance, rent and other property matters.
• Preparing reports and maintaining accurate records on the company’s internal systems.
• Tracking outstanding actions and escalating urgent or high risk matters appropriately.
• Supporting the onboarding and administration of new commercial properties.
• Contributing to new business activity, client referrals and new instructions where appropriate, with performance related reward available for agreed business development activity.

The ideal candidate will have

• Previous experience in commercial property management, property administration, lease administration, asset management or facilities management.
• A good understanding of landlord and tenant matters, rent administration, maintenance and property compliance.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• A proactive, practical and solution focused approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A confident and professional manner when dealing with landlords, tenants and contractors.
• Strong attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a close knit team.
• A full UK driving licence would be beneficial.

Candidates with similar experience in residential property management, block management, facilities management, lease administration, property operations or a related property role are also encouraged to apply if they can demonstrate relevant transferable skills.

If you worked here

You would join an independent property consultancy with a varied commercial portfolio and the opportunity to take real ownership of your work.

You would work closely with experienced property professionals and have regular contact with landlords, tenants and commercial property advisers.

The role offers variety, responsibility and the opportunity to contribute to improved systems, client service, property performance and future business growth.

To be considered for this role

It is essential that you have relevant property management, property administration or closely related experience. Commercial property experience would be advantageous, although candidates with strong transferable experience are encouraged to apply.

If you are interested in this Commercial Property Manager position and would like further information, please contact Ash at LCA Jobs on (phone number removed).