Job title: Property Manager Based at: Jockey Club Estates, Newmarket Contract type: Permanent Hours: 37.5 hours per week About the role We’re offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced Property Manager to lead the Property Services team at Jockey Club Estates in Newmarket. In this key role, you’ll be responsible for ensuring our diverse property portfolio is expertly maintained, residential properties are fully occupied, and all services meet the highest standards of quality, compliance, and safety—while supporting the development and wellbeing of your team. About The Jockey Club The Jockey Club stages thrilling sporting occasions and live events nationwide including The Grand National, The Cheltenham Festival & The Derby. Owning & operating 15 courses, millions of people every year enjoy the special experiences we offer through racing, music, food and entertainment on racedays and beyond. As the largest commercial group in British racing, we are guided by our mission to act for the long term good of the sport. Every penny we make goes back into racing to promote excellence within Britain’s second biggest spectator sport. Our people are what makes this possible At The Jockey Club people are at the heart of what we do and drive our success. We are inclusive and actively seek to attract people with unique backgrounds and perspectives. Diverse, collaborative teams are pivotal to our success and support the potential and growth of all our people. The Property Manager will Lead the Property Services function, overseeing planned and reactive maintenance, statutory compliance, property inspections, and minor projects across the Jockey Club Estates portfolio. Provide strategic advice to senior leadership and the Board on property services, legislative changes, risk management, and best practices to ensure compliance and operational excellence. Develop and implement the Property Services strategy and operational plan, ensuring strong governance, innovation, and efficient service delivery. Manage residential property lettings, including void property turnaround, tenant onboarding, and ensuring high levels of occupancy and customer satisfaction. Maintain full compliance with all regulatory, statutory, and internal standards by keeping housing policies, procedures, and systems up to date and effective. Oversee budgets and financial performance, working with the Finance Director to set and manage budgets, forecasts, and expenditure controls. Lead, motivate and develop the Property Services team, conducting performance reviews, creating personal development plans, and fostering a high-performing culture. Build and manage strong stakeholder relationships, including The National Stud, Racing Homes, external contractors, and consultants, ensuring quality service delivery and value for money About you Expert in building management, systems maintenance, and delivering repair projects to the highest standards In-depth knowledge of Landlord & Tenant law and H&S compliance across residential and mixed-use sites Confident contract manager – from drafting to delivery, with legal input where needed Budget-savvy – skilled in setting, managing, and reporting on operational and project budgets A clear and confident communicator with top tier written and verbal skills Exceptionally organised, with a sharp eye for detail and deadlines Tech-savvy and efficient – fully proficient in Outlook, Word, and Excel A natural leader who inspires teams to perform and deliver Experienced in contractor management and procurement – ensuring value and performance Service-driven team player with a can-do attitude and high professional standards Strong relationship-builder – trusted by stakeholders at every level People-focused, approachable, and great at getting things done through others What we offer in return All colleagues can go along to any of our race day or music events free of charge – along with 3 friends or family with our TeamPass Ticket scheme. An award-winning pension scheme provider with a generous employer contribution A healthcare cash back plan enabling you to claim money back on health & wellbeing services. 25 days annual leave Access to a suite of Learning & Development training resources from renowned providers A whole host of other benefits including free eyecare vouchers, a ride to work cycle scheme & discounts across varying retailers & services. If you think you have everything we’re looking for and more, then we’d love to hear from you. Don’t hang around, our closing date for this vacancy is 9th June but we reserve the right to bring this forward if we have many applications. This role may be subject to a criminal record check, standard or enhanced DBS check or BHA Suitability Check. By applying you confirm that you are happy for these checks to be carried out.