Pay: £40,000.00-£50,000.00 per year
Title: Lettings Branch Manager
Location: North Bristol / Hybrid Working
Salary: £40,000 – £50,000 (Negotiable for the right person)
Sector: Property / Residential Lettings
Start Date: ASAP
Lettings Branch Manager – The Company
A growing and well-regarded specialist lettings agency operating across the Greater Bristol area is looking to appoint a Lettings Branch Manager to lead and develop its North Bristol operation.
The business focuses on HMO properties and has built a strong reputation managing shared accommodation for professional landlords across the region. With a steadily expanding portfolio and strong demand from landlords, the company is now looking to appoint an experienced lettings professional to oversee the day-to-day running of the branch.
This is a flexible hybrid role offering a high level of autonomy. The successful candidate will primarily work from home while overseeing operations across the Bristol portfolio and attending the North Bristol office when required.
Lettings Branch Manager – The Role
The Lettings Branch Manager will take responsibility for the day-to-day running of the lettings operation, overseeing both the team and the wider property portfolio.
The role involves managing staff, maintaining strong relationships with landlords and ensuring properties are let efficiently while remaining fully compliant with current legislation.
Key responsibilities include:
* Managing and leading a team of approximately 7–8 staff including lettings negotiators, property managers and compliance personnel
* Overseeing the full lettings process from instruction through to tenancy commencement
* Ensuring properties are marketed effectively and void periods are minimised
* Building and maintaining strong relationships with landlords while providing portfolio advice
* Managing rent reviews and recommending rental increases where appropriate
* Overseeing maintenance issues, contractor coordination and general property upkeep
* Ensuring compliance with all lettings legislation, licensing and regulatory requirements
* Monitoring team performance, occupancy levels and service delivery standards
* Supporting the continued growth of the portfolio across the Greater Bristol market
Lettings Branch Manager – Requirements
* Previous experience working within residential lettings
* Experience working for a lettings agency or property management company
* Background as a Branch Manager, Lettings Manager, Operations Manager or similar
* Assistant or Deputy Managers looking to step up into a Branch Manager role will also be considered
* Strong knowledge of lettings legislation and compliance requirements
* Experience dealing with landlords and managing property portfolios
* Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
* Based within the Greater Bristol area with the flexibility to travel locally when required
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
* Sick pay
* Work from home