Property Manager
Job Description
Property Managers are responsible for organising, supervising and managing the letting of commercial, residential or retail properties on behalf of investors, landlords or owners.
Careers Ladder
Qualifications
To work as a Property Manager in Australia, formal qualifications are recommended. An entry-level certificate course provides a solid foundation in real estate and will teach key skills in property administration and marketing.
Undertake a certificate-level course in real estate. To become licensed as a property manager in your state, you can complete a Certificate IV (QLD and NSW) or a Certificate of Registration or Licensing Program (all states).
For those wanting to further their career in property management, undertake a Certificate IV in Property Services (Real Estate) (CPP40307) or a Bachelor of Property and Real Estate.
Common career pathways for Property Managers include specialising to become a Body Corporate Manage
Attributes
- Ambitious
- Adaptable
- Approachable
- Articulate
- Charismatic
- Competitive
- Communicator
- Confident
- Customer-orientated
- Determined
- Passionate
- Persuasive
- Punctual
- Receptive
Key Skills
- Knowldge of the relevant landlord, tenancy laws
- Marketing
- Technical property know-how
- Professional Development
- Lease Agreements
- Budget Management
- Vendor Management
- Scheduling and coordinating
- Collection Management
Future Prospects
For those wanting to further their career in property management, undertake a Certificate IV in Property Services (Real Estate) (CPP40307) or a Bachelor of Property and Real Estate. Common career pathways for Property Managers include Senior Property Manager or specialising to become a Body Corporate Manager.