New Job Opening: RICS Commercial / Rural Property Manager in Hartfield, UK

Job Description

An experienced RICS-qualified Commercial / Rural Property Manager is required for a varied portfolio of rural and commercial properties in the East Sussex / Kent area. This role would suit a proactive professional with strong property management knowledge and a client-focused approach.

Worth Recruiting – Property Industry Recruitment

Job Title: RICS Commercial / Rural Property Manager

Sector: Property Company

Location: Hartfield, TN7

Salary: OTE £40k Plus Commission

Position: Permanent – Full Time

Reference: WR98498

You will manage commercial property units, rural properties and mixed-use developments, overseeing landlord and tenant matters, service charges, lease administration and statutory compliance.

The ideal candidate must hold AssocRICS, MRICS or FRICS status and be confident managing competing priorities, maintaining professional standards and building strong relationships with clients, tenants and contractors. Previous commercial property management is essential..

What's in it for you (Benefits):

• Competitive (negotiable) salary reflecting experience and professional qualifications


• Professional membership fees paid


• Ongoing training and professional development


• Company pension scheme


• Opportunity to manage a varied portfolio of commercial and rural properties 

The Company:

• Property consultancy providing professional property management services


• Manages a varied portfolio of commercial, rural and mixed-use properties


• Focuses on professional standards, strong client relationships and effective property management 

What you'll be doing (Key Responsibilities) as a RICS Commercial / Rural Property Manager:

• Managing a diverse portfolio of commercial properties, including rural units and mixed-use developments, acting as a key contact for clients, tenants and contractors


• Preparing and administering service charge budgets, rent reviews and lease renewals in accordance with RICS professional standards


• Monitoring statutory compliance, health and safety requirements, fire safety, asbestos management, water hygiene and property certification


• Carrying out regular property inspections, preparing reports and coordinating maintenance and remedial works


• Marketing vacant commercial properties and managing the lettings process from initial instruction through to completion


• Building strong client relationships, working collaboratively with colleagues and ensuring properties are managed efficiently and in line with current legislation 

What our client is looking for (Skills & Experience):

• Essential: AssocRICS, MRICS or FRICS qualification


• Proven experience in commercial property management, including responsibility for a varied property portfolio


• Strong understanding of landlord and tenant legislation, commercial leases and lease administration


• Experience preparing and managing service charges, budgets and reconciliations


• Sound knowledge of commercial property compliance, health and safety and statutory requirements


• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and property management systems, with strong communication and client relationship skills


• Full UK driving licence, with the ability to work independently, solve problems proactively and deliver a high standard of service 

Is this the role for you?

Contact Worth Recruiting now! If you are interested in this RICS Commercial / Rural Property Manager role, please contact the Property Recruitment Team at Worth Recruiting immediately, quoting job reference: WR98498.

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• Please Note: This vacancy summary is intended as a general guide only and should not be used as a definitive job description. Our client’s job description, including details like the salary, may change without prior notice and in any case may be influenced by the skills, qualifications, previous experience, attitude, and ability of a candidate. 

About Worth Recruiting: Worth Recruiting provides a bespoke recruitment service to the Property Industry offering roles in Estate Agency, Lettings, Commercial Property, Surveying, Property Management, Financial Services, and Prop Tech. Find out more at: worthrecruiting.me.

Job Reference: WR98498 – RICS Commercial / Rural Property Manager – Property Company