Head of Private Client Property Management in UK

Knight Frank

The organisation is a leading name in the UK property sector, known for delivering premium management services to high-net-worth individuals, family offices, and private estates. With a long-standing reputation for excellence, they specialise in providing tailored solutions that protect, maintain, and enhance some of the most prestigious residential portfolios in the country. Their success is built on professionalism, trust, and a deep commitment to client care.

Role Overview

The Head of Private Client Property Management will lead a specialist team dedicated to managing high-value residential assets for private clients. This role involves overseeing end-to-end property management operations, nurturing long-term client relationships, and ensuring every property under management receives exceptional service.

The ideal candidate will be a confident leader, a strategic thinker, and someone who thrives in a client-facing, premium environment. This position is suited to an experienced property professional looking to take responsibility for a growing private client portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop the Private Client Property Management team

  • Oversee a diverse portfolio of luxury residential properties across the UK

  • Act as a trusted advisor to high-net-worth clients, providing tailored management solutions

  • Ensure all properties meet the highest standards of compliance, maintenance, and presentation

  • Manage service charge budgets, financial reporting, and operational planning

  • Coordinate repairs, refurbishments, and planned maintenance with contractors and surveyors

  • Maintain exceptional levels of communication and service delivery

  • Support business development through networking, client referrals, and relationship-building

  • Ensure all processes meet legislative requirements, internal standards, and best practices

Skills & Experience Required

  • Strong background in residential property management, ideally within the premium or private client sector

  • Demonstrable experience leading teams and managing high-value portfolios

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage sensitive or complex client needs

  • Solid understanding of UK property legislation, compliance, and service charge management

  • Strategic mindset with the ability to improve processes and service performance

  • Professional qualifications such as ARLA, RICS, or IRPM (strongly preferred)

  • Ability to work independently, prioritise effectively, and maintain high standards under pressure

What the Company Offers

  • Competitive salary based on experience

  • Performance-based bonus opportunities

  • Flexible hybrid working arrangements

  • Generous holiday allowance

  • Professional development and industry accreditation support

  • A collaborative and inclusive working culture

  • Opportunity to work with high-profile clients and prestigious property assets

Join the Team

This is a unique opportunity to lead a specialist division within a respected property firm and make a direct impact on service excellence for private clients. The company values professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to delivering outstanding results.

Apply now to become the Head of Private Client Property Management and take the next step in your leadership career in the luxury property sector.

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