Location: Fully Remote (South Africa-based)
Salary: R25, 000
About Us:
We are a property management firm managing a portfolio of 110 newly built units, owned by a driven leader with extensive experience in recruitment. As we scale, we're also looking to revive our recruitment efforts, and we need a proactive individual who can take ownership of property operations while contributing to the firms growth. Our team thrives on innovation and collaboration, and we aim to deliver top-tier service to both tenants and property owners.
Role Overview:
As the Property Operations Manager, you will play a key role in managing the day-to-day operations of our property portfolio. Your responsibilities will include updating property records, ensuring rent collection and account reconciliations, and coordinating with tenants and vendors. The ideal candidate will also assist with rental viewings and vendor management, ensuring smooth operational processes across all properties. Your previous recruitment experience will be a valuable asset as we aim to restart our recruitment initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage operations for a portfolio of 110 newly built properties, including rent collection and account reconciliations.
- Maintain up-to-date property records and handle any property-related updates.
- Use Arthur (property management software) and Xero for financial management and operations tracking.
- Organize and liaise with vendors and tenants for maintenance, certifications (e.g., gas safety), and other property needs.
- Call potential tenants and schedule rental viewings, assisting with rental arrangements.
- Assist in restarting recruitment efforts to support the firms growth and talent acquisition.
- An all-rounder who can manage property operations, handle financial tasks, and assist with recruitment.
- Ability to coordinate tenant and vendor relations, including arranging viewings and managing property maintenance.
- Proactive and organized with strong communication skills.
- Experience with Xero and strong knowledge of Arthur software is a must.
- Proven experience in property management, including vendor and tenant coordination.
- Previous recruitment experience, with the ability to help restart recruitment initiatives.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to juggle multiple responsibilities.
- Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Reliable internet connection.
- Laptop/desktop capable of handling property management software.
