Lettings Manager

X1 Sales and Lettings - Manchester - Senior Account Manager

X1 Sales and Lettings are looking for an articulate, experienced and accomplished Senior Account Manager to oversee a landlord portfolio in our vibrant and friendly Manchester branch.

X1 Sales and Lettings are proud to have a workforce consisting of the best talent in the industry, we are arapidly expanding Sales, Lettings and Property Management business which has gone from strength to strength over the last 14 years with offices in Liverpool, Leeds, Manchester and Kent. We have an expert qualified team base of over one hundred team members and a managed portfolio of over 4500 properties across the Northwest and Kent.As well as supporting and coaching you in this incredible senior role, we will also sponsor your ARLA qualifications (or consider sponsorship of any other qualifications you feel will help you achieve your best).

The working environment is completely unique to the property sector and you will experience a different way of working in a busy, friendly and fast paced environment which we believe enables us to give our clients the greatest service available in the market. Our company has rapid plans for expansion over the next 5 - 10 years and so this role is not only a fantastic opportunity in itself - but leaves open doors for future progression with opportunity for candidates to grow their portfolio size and develop their CV beyond what is possible at other agencies.

Our Values

We pride ourselves on developing and rewarding our team and making sure everyone plays a part in the continuing success of our company. We operate by the values of Teamwork, Accountability, Quality, Fun, Compliance and Flexibility.

Awards and Accolades

Were passionate about what we do, and were honored by the recognition weve received along the way. As a leading agency, were committed to upholding the highest standards in the property sector, with our achievements reflecting our dedication and expertise.As we continue to grow, we remain focused on delivering excellence and recruiting top talent to join our journey.

In 2024, X1 received prestigious recognition at the UK Property Awards, being named both the Best Lettings Agency for the fourth consecutive year and Best Estate Agency in Manchester. In 2023, The Negotiator Awards, a renowned name in the industry, awarded X1 Sales & Lettings the Gold status for Regional Agency of the Year in the North East & North West.

Were also proud of our past achievements, including being named Best Lettings Agency in Manchester by the UK Property Awards for three consecutive years through 2023, and winning Best Lettings Agency in Merseyside in 2022. In 2021, X1 was awarded Gold by the British Property Awards, and The Negotiator recognized us as Lettings Agency of the Year.

The Role

As a Senior Account Manager, you will oversee operations of Landlord investments ensuring these are managed effectively and maximising value for both the client and company. Your organisational abilities and strong communication skills both internally and externally will contribute to the overall success of your client investments, and market reputation of X1 brand. You will be a positive representative of the company and carry a polite and professional approach in all communication. You will have a strong business acumen, have a pro-active approach and excellent attention to detail.You will work alongside a team of other Senior Account Managers who will support you and share the same goal. Some of the role responsibilities are as below:
Ensure landlords receive impeccable customer service and contribute towards positive brand reputation
Proactively working with Landlords to understand investment portfolios and generate new business opportunities
Co-ordinate with internal teams regarding all aspects of Landlords properties performance
Review the financial performance of your sites monthly
Communicating with Landlords regarding all aspects of their properties and performance in line with SLAs
Property visit for voids to gather appropriate landlord and property management feedback and co-ordinate with team on marketing and dressing
Responsible for ensuring all notes added to internal system(s) following any Landlord comms
Appropriately authorising maintenance charges in line with SLAs
Responsible for ensuring high value works are completed to a satisfactory level
Responsible for all fees charged to landlords
Ensuring the portfolio is bringing in all avenues of revenue
Conduct property viewings with Landlords and Investors
Become expert in market and local competitors to appropriately advice landlords
Ensuring annual rent reviews in line with market rate
Submitting weekly stats to senior leadership team
Complaints handling
Responsible for ensuring all properties and Landlords are compliant

About You
Strong business acumen
Property experience - ideally ARLA qualified or willing to work towards
Extremely strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to build relationships and rapport with all clients and customers
Professional, positive and enthusiastic approach
Excellent phone etiquette
Works confidently in a fast-paced environment
Passionate about delivering exceptional standards
Well presented
Excellent organisational skills
Proficient technically

If you are an ambitious, organised, engaging property professional then we would love to hear from you and have you join us on our journey.

Location - Manchester
Contract type - Permanent
Hours -favourableworking hours of 9.30am - 5.00pm Monday to Thursday, 9.30am - 4.30pm Friday
Salary - We offer a competitive salary, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional paid time off over Christmas. We also give our staff complimentary use of our on site gyms as well as many social events, awards ceremonies and treats throughout the year.

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