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.
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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
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Attributes
- Ambitious
- Adaptable
- Approachable
- Articulate
- Charismatic
- Competitive
- Communicator
- Confident
- Customer-orientated
- Determined
- Passionate
- Persuasive
- Punctual
- Receptive
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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
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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.