Senior Property Manager

Senior Property Manager
Location: Edinburgh (just out with the city centre)
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Salary: Negotiable depending on experience
Must have Industry Qualification (ARLA / Letwell)

We are recruiting on behalf of a well established property business seeking an experienced Senior Property Manager to oversee and manage a residential property portfolio. This role is ideal for a confident property professional who enjoys responsibility, leadership, and maintaining high standards across property operations.

The Role
As Senior Property Manager, you will be responsible for the effective day to day management of a property portfolio, ensuring compliance, strong landlord and tenant relationships, and financial performance. You will also play a key role in supporting and guiding the wider property management team.

Key Responsibilities
Property Operations

• Oversee day to day property management activities, including maintenance, inspections, and tenant relations
• Coordinate contractors, tenants, and landlords to ensure cost‑effective and high‑quality services
• Carry out regular property inspections to ensure safety and compliance standards are met

Landlord & Tenant Relations

• Build and maintain strong relationships with landlords and tenants
• Handle enquiries, complaints, and issues professionally and efficiently
• Ensure high levels of tenant satisfaction and retention

Financial Management

• Prepare and manage property budgets
• Monitor financial performance across the portfolio
• Review costs and identify opportunities to improve efficiency and revenue
• Approve and manage maintenance and repair expenditure

Compliance & Legal

• Ensure properties comply with Scottish property legislation
• Maintain accurate records of inspections and documentation
• Handle legal matters including evictions, lease disputes, and tenancy complaints

Team Leadership

• Supervise, mentor, and support junior property management staff
• Contribute to training and development within the team
• Promote a positive, professional, and high‑performing working environment

Skills & Experience Required

• Strong background in residential property management
• In‑depth knowledge of Scottish property legislation and compliance
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Confident handling complex tenant and landlord issues
• Strong financial and budgeting capability
• Experience using property management software
• Ability to lead, motivate, and support a team

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in Property Management, Real Estate, Business, or similar (preferred)
• Previous property management experience, with time spent in a senior or supervisory role
• Professional certifications such as ARLA or Letwell

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