Details:
- Salary: £37,000 - 37,500 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: NR34 Beccles Suffolk
- Date: 2 days ago
Description:
Permanent Opportunity | Monday–Friday, 8am–2pm | Discounted Accommodation Available
Do you know the local property market and enjoy taking ownership of a varied property portfolio?
IRS Recruitment is seeking an experienced, organised and proactive Property & Lettings Manager / Manageress to join an established property business, working from its Suffolk office alongside two other members of staff.
From welcoming new tenants to coordinating property refurbishments, this is a varied, hands-on role where your experience, initiative and people skills will make a real difference.
The Opportunity
You will oversee the day-to-day management of the property portfolio, ensuring tenancies run smoothly, properties are well maintained and records remain accurate and up to date.
The preferred start is before Christmas 2026 or early in the New Year, allowing time to work alongside the current Manager and learn the role.
Duties and Responsibilities
* Managing day-to-day lettings, tenancy administration and tenant enquiries.
* Carrying out property viewings, inventories and inspections.
* Coordinating maintenance, contractors and property refurbishments.
* Keeping property records, compliance documents and management systems up to date.
* Overseeing budgets, payments and general office and personnel administration.
* Liaising with tenants, contractors and professional advisers to keep everything running smoothly.
* Providing emergency telephone cover, including outside normal working hours.
What We’re Looking For
You will bring previous experience in a similar property management or lettings environment, together with essential knowledge of the local property market.
You should also have:
* Up-to-date knowledge of relevant lettings legislation and property compliance requirements.
* Strong organisation, communication and negotiation skills.
* Confidence managing contractors, budgets and competing priorities.
* A professional, practical approach to tenant enquiries and sensitive situations.
* Good Microsoft Word and Excel skills.
* A clean driving licence and access to your own vehicle for work-related travel.
Hours, Salary & Additional Details
* Hours: 8am–2pm, Monday to Friday — 30 hours per week.
* Salary: Proposed £37,000 - £37,500, subject to experience.
* Accommodation: A discounted one-bedroom flat above the office is available.
* Emergency cover: The role includes holding the 24-hour emergency phone and responding to calls, which may arise outside normal working hours.
Ready to Take the Lead?
If you enjoy a role that combines property expertise, problem-solving and building positive relationships, we would love to hear from you