Property Manager

CKD Galbraith LLP; Kelso; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property management firm in Kelso is seeking a full-time Property Manager to support residential lettings. The role involves managing property maintenance, communication with tenants and landlords, and organizing property inspections and viewings. Ideal candidates should have at least 1 year of experience in residential lettings and strong organizational skills. This position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including enhanced leave and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Enhanced annual leave

Company pension

Private medical insurance

Life insurance

Employee Assistant Programme

Employee referral scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Annual volunteering day

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in residential lettings.
• Able to communicate effectively with clients.
• Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize.

Responsibilities

• Prepare marketing particulars and liaise with tenants and landlords.
• Manage property maintenance and repairs.
• Handle rents and arrears for managed properties.
• Arrange property inspections and viewings.
• Post regularly on social media.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Tools

Microsoft SharePoint

Job description

Galbraith is a diverse multi‑disciplinary firm with offices across Scotland and Northern England, specialising in property sales and lettings and the rural, energy, forestry and commercial sectors.

We have a unique opportunity for a full‑time Property Manager to join our busy team in our Kelso office to support all aspects of residential lettings.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing particulars; marketing; liaising with tenants, landlords, taking up references; AML documents; preparation of lease documentation.
• Managing the maintenance and repairs for let properties, including related invoicing.
• Management of rents/arrears for the managed let portfolio.
• Proactive placement of properties for let on the internet, arranging viewings and property displays.
• Arranging property inspections, viewings, appraisals and deposit returns.
• Regular posting on social media.

This list is not exhaustive so please get in touch to request a full job description.

To be Successful

The successful candidate will ideally have a minimum of 1 years’ experience within residential lettings. You will want to grow and develop in the role, and will be expected to complete your ARLA qualification as part of the role. Full support will be provided to do this.

You will be able to communicate effectively at all levels with internal and external clients and be calm under pressure. You will have proven organisational skills and demonstrate the ability to prioritise effectively whilst upholding meticulous attention to detail. We are looking for an individual who will thrive in a fast paced environment and be a team player.

Experience of using Microsoft technology including SharePoint would be advantageous.

You must hold a full clean driving licence.

What We Offer

At Galbraith, we are committed to supporting the ongoing growth of our teams, with access to an annual employee training budget which can be used towards personal and professional development.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package including enhanced annual leave, company pension, private medical insurance, life insurance, enhanced family leave, access to our Employee Assistant Programme (EAP), Perkbox, employee referral scheme and a cycle to work scheme.

Employees also have access to an annual volunteering day and charity match funding opportunities.

The role is offered Monday – Thursday 9am-5.30pm & Friday 9am-5pm, a total of 37hrs per week.

To request a full job description, or if you have any queries regarding the role, please email [e-mail]

To apply, include a C.V. and covering letter in your application indicating why you would be suitable for this role.