Knight Frank – Founded in 1896 and headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world’s leading independent real estate consultancies.
We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Vacancy: Property Manager
Company: Knight Frank
Industry: Real Estate, Surveying & Property Management
Date Posted: January 31, 2024, 11:57 PM
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Title: Property Manager
Scope: Lease renewals; Service Charge management; Pitching and sourcing new property management portfolios; Market research and advisory.
Job Responsibilities:
- Oversee the management of Knight Frank managed properties, including building operations, administration, client/tenant relations, leasing, and financial reporting.
- Prepare service charge accounts in collaboration with the Finance department and review the same for all managed properties.
- Manage vendor relationships with security, janitorial, landscaping, including the bidding process and performance requirements.
- Recommend changes to rents and fees in accordance with market changes and advise clients accordingly.
- Develop annual property management operating budget.
- Collaborate with the Facility Management department to implement preventive maintenance and capital improvement plans.
- Ensure tenant satisfaction, follow-up on escalated issues, and approve tenant events.
- Renew rent leases when due and ensure proper documentation.
- Ensure all new occupants receive and sign their lease agreements before moving in.
- Prepare detailed monthly, quarterly, and annual property/service charge reports/accounts and budgets for clients and tenants.
- Attend housing meetings and be the primary contact person with state program representatives for properties under KF management.
- Ensure all managed properties are fully tenanted.
- Conduct on-site inspections for prospects, advising them on the suitability and value of the property.
Education & Experience:
- 1st Degree in Estate Management or related field with a minimum of 2nd class grade or its equivalent.
- 10-12 years of property management experience.
- Membership of relevant professional bodies (NIESV, ESVRABON, RICS, or equivalent).
Knowledge, Skills, and Attributes:
- Marketing skills with a strong understanding of tools and practices.
- Adaptability to working in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong relationship management skills.
- Multitasking ability to handle negotiations, communicate with various stakeholders, and prepare documents.
- Sales skills, ability to close deals and follow up on leads.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Strong knowledge of current real estate laws.
- Strong negotiation and dispute resolution skills.
- Knowledge of the real estate market in Lagos and current standards.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Sound presentation and pitching skills.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
Systems & IT Competence:
- MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Outlook.
How to Apply: Interested and qualified candidates should Click here to apply.