Property Manager (AD) Chelmsford

Property Manager - Associate Director Chelmsford

Cobalt is recruiting an experienced Property Manager to manage a portfolio of 122 residential properties from a Chelmsford base.

This Associate Director-level appointment combines hands-on portfolio responsibility with client advisory work, estate strategy and the opportunity to contribute to the continued development of a wider property management service.

The organisation

Our client is an established property consultancy providing management and advisory services across residential portfolios and estates.

The organisation provides opportunities for people to develop their skills and careers while working alongside colleagues with complementary property expertise. The successful Property Manager will join a collaborative environment with access to specialists across the wider business.

The role/responsibilities

As Property Manager, you will take responsibility for a portfolio of 122 residential properties, acting as a key contact for clients, tenants and contractors.

• Managing the residential portfolio and maintaining appropriate service and compliance standards.
• Acting as a key contact for clients, tenants and contractors.
• Carrying out property inspections and overseeing repair schedules and contractor instructions.
• Managing tenancies and lettings, including quotations for more complex works.
• Advising clients on market values and letting options.
• Negotiating rent reviews and overseeing rent arrears.
• Managing estate budgets and cashflows.
• Advising clients on legislative and policy developments and incorporating these into estate strategy.
• Contributing to pitches and opportunities to develop the portfolio.
• Supporting the management and development of other property managers.

The skills needed/requirements

The successful Property Manager will need:

• ARLA or MRICS qualification.
• Strong working knowledge of residential property and portfolio management.
• Working knowledge of residential lettings, tenancies, inspections and rent reviews.
• Experience developing relationships with clients, tenants and contractors.
• Working knowledge of estate budgets, cashflows and arrears management.
• The ability to advise clients on property management matters and translate requirements into practical action.

For a qualified Property Manager looking to combine portfolio ownership with broader client and strategic responsibility, this offers the opportunity to take on a defined residential portfolio at Associate Director level.