EXPERIENCED COMMERCIAL PROPERTY MANAGER REQUIRED

BRIGHTON

The Role

An excellent opportunity to join our established Property Management team based in our busy City Centre office in Brighton.

Oakley Property is a well-established, independent, firm of Chartered Surveyors and Estate Agents, offering a comprehensive range of Agency, Letting and Property Management services, in relation to both commercial and residential property, across Sussex.

Property Management is an important part of our business and we have a long-standing reputation for exceptional service and professionalism.

You will be responsible for the effective management of a portfolio of commercial properties located predominantly across East and West Sussex.

This is an ideal opportunity for an existing Property Manager looking to further their career.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Dealing effectively with leaseholders, clients and contractors in relation to the day-to-day running of each property.
• Ensuring that an on-going schedule of general property inspections is carried out to assess any items requiring attention prior to instructing contractors.
• Preparation and management of annual service charge budgets and expenditure.
• Overseeing the collection of rental and service charge income and holding of client monies in accordance with RICS requirements.
• Management of Building Insurance renewals.
• Ensuring compliance with all Health and Safety and other legislation.
• Identifying opportunities to grow the commercial and residential management portfolio.

Required Experience

• Previous experience working in Commercial Property or Facilities Management is preferred.
• Ideally an Associate or Member of the RICS or IWFM
• Consideration will also be given to those with previous residential block management experience looking to move into the commercial sector.
• Good understanding of commercial leases and current property management legislation.
• Working knowledge of building management, systems maintenance and repair projects.
• Self-motivated with good organisational skills and the ability to multi-task as part of a busy and successful team.
• Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, and in respect of the presentation of information.
• Good computer literacy and familiarity with property management software.
• Full UK driving licence.

To apply for this position please send your CV and an email to Louise Wilson louise@oakleyproperty.com

TRAINEE OFFICE RECEPTIONIST & ADMINISTRATOR

BRIGHTON

The Role

Our Brighton Head Office is looking for a trainee office receptionist and administrator on a full-time basis.

Oakley Property is a well-established, independent agency, offering a comprehensive Estate Agency, Letting and Property Management service, in relation to residential and commercial property, across Sussex.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Branch reception cover
• Answering phones and diverting calls
• Releasing keys to contractors on reception
• Filing and scanning
• Maintaining and organising file management systems to ensure compliance
• Liaising with other offices and departments for administrative support
• Responsible for daily administering of the post

Required Skills & Experience

• Experience working in an office environment is preferred but not essential
• Good customer service skills
• Confident communicating with clients and members of the public
• Microsoft Office and computer skills
• Well organised, with impeccable time management
• Ability to work both as part of a team and alone during busy periods and to take ownership of workload
• A positive and approachable attitude, and happy to offer help and support where required.

To apply for this position please send your CV and an email to Louise Wilson louise@oakleyproperty.com