Assistant Estate Manager

Hallyburton Estate is a privately owned mixed rural estate with a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial property. As part of a planned office systems upgrade and long-term succession and retirement planning, the Estate is creating a new role to work with the existing team.

This is a key operational role, offering an excellent opportunity for the right individual to develop their career within a high-quality, rural estate environment. 

The Role

Working closely with the Office Manager and professional advisors, the Assistant Estate Manager will be have a varied and interesting role. The initial focus will be on the property portfolio, including the administration and tenant interface, with wider involvement with budgeting and financial management and optimising day-to-day estate operations. 

Key Responsibilities

·      First point of contact for residential and commercial tenants.

·      Day-to-day administration of all property management, including proactive system management and record-keeping.

·      Management of rents, including arrears and rent increases.

·      Coordinating maintenance works, liaising with the Maintenance Manager and approved contractors.

·      Completing property inspections and maintaining accurate records.

·      Assistance with letting residential and commercial properties, and management of tenant changeovers.

·      Supporting the Office Manager and estate team in the delivery of overall estate objectives. 

About You

·      Diligent and proactive record keeping.

·      Good working knowledge of, or willingness to learn, key aspects of the role.

·      Highly organised, methodical and confident dealing directly with people.

·      Good knowledge of and comfortable with office IT systems.

·      Comfortable working as part of a small professional estate team.

·      Experience of rural or mixed estates is advantageous but not essential 

The Opportunity

·      Newly created role with scope to develop as part of office retirement planning.

·      Exposure to a well-run rural estate and a broad variety of work.

·      Supportive team environment with professional estate management input.

·      Competitive salary and package based on experience.

·      Long-term career opportunities for the right individual.