Daniel Watney is a leading property consultancy based in London.  Established in 1859, we have a history of providing expert advice to clients across a range of property services.

We offer a diverse range of professional services including residential and commercial property management, investment and agency, lease advisory and valuation, placing our clients  at the heart of everything we do.  Our goal is to help our clients maximise the value of their property assets, and we od this by offering expert advice and guidance informed by our knowledge of the London property market.

We offer a dynamic, supportive and flexible working environment that encourages personal and professional growth.  We are committed to helping our talented and motivated people reach their full potential, by supporting and encouraging career progression through training, development and promotion.

The role

We are looking to recruit a motivated Junior Property Manager to join our residential management team.  The Junior Property Manager will be responsible for managing a portfolio of privately rented properties across London.

The Junior Property Manager will play a key role in supporting the property managers, ensuring efficient operations, tenant satisfaction, and compliance of our residential assets while delivering excellent service to both landlords and tenants.

About you

You are a confident and organised property professional with experience in managing PRS residential property and a thorough understanding of current and upcoming legislative requirements in the sector. You will have excellent attention to detail, and a proactive mindset when it comes to maintenance, compliance, and tenant relations. Your communication is clear and professional, and you take pride in delivering a high standard of service across your portfolio.

Key Responsibilites:

Portfolio Management

  • Coordinate and oversee property maintenance, repairs, and refurbishments, working closely with contractors and service providers.
  • Manage the full tenancy lifecycle for AST properties – from move-in to move-out.
  • Act as a point of contact for tenant queries, support with dispute resolution, and ensure high customer service standards.
  • Conduct regular property inspections and report findings.
  • Review check-out reports and negotiate deposit deductions with tenants.
  • Build strong relationships with tenants, contractors, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth operations and continued business growth.

Rent Collection & Arrears

  • Monitor rent payments and pursue arrears in line with company policy.
  • Liaise with tenants and guarantors to resolve payment issues.

Compliance & Legal

  • Ensure all properties comply with current legislation (e.g. gas safety, EICRs, EPCs, licensing requirements).
  • Keep up to date with changes in housing laws and regulations.
  • Maintain accurate records for audits and legal purposes.

System & Administration

  • Maintain up-to-date records using property management software (e.g.PropMan, Dwellant or similar).

Qualifications and Experience

  • A minimum 1 years’ experience in residential property management.
  • Strong understanding of legislative requirements in the UK housing market.
  • ARLA Propertymark Level 3 qualification (desirable but not essential).
  • Ability to multitask and manage workload efficiently.
  • Experience managing rental income and arrears processes.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to engage with tenants and service providers effectively.
  • Knowledge of property management software and Microsoft Office suite.