Lettings Manager

Posted 12 March 2026
Salary £55,000
LocationCroydon
Job type Permanent
Discipline Estate Agency & Lettings
Reference85001

Job description

Worth Recruiting – Property Industry Recruitment 

LETTINGS MANAGER – Residential Estate Agency

Location: Croydon, CR0

Salary: OTE £55,000 per annum

Position: Permanent – Full Time

Reference: WR85001 

Experienced Lettings Manager required to lead a busy Croydon branch, grow lettings business, manage a team and deliver excellent customer service while achieving strong results and building lasting client relationships. 

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Lettings Manager to join a successful independent Estate and Lettings Agency in the Croydon area.

This role would suit an individual with several years’ experience in residential lettings who is confident managing a team, generating new business and delivering a high standard of service to landlords and tenants.

The company has a strong presence across South London and Kent and offers a supportive environment, ongoing training and the chance to maximise your earning potential while developing your career in the property sector. 

What You'll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities):

  • Managing the day-to-day running of a busy lettings department
  • Leading, motivating and developing a team to achieve targets
  • Generating new lettings business and increasing market share
  • Building strong relationships with landlords and tenants
  • Carrying out market appraisals and winning new instructions
  • Ensuring compliance with lettings legislation and best practice
  • Monitoring team performance and supporting staff development
  • Delivering high levels of customer service at all times
  • Working to and exceeding branch targets and KPIs 

What We're Looking For (Skills & Experience):

  • Previous experience in residential lettings, ideally in a management role
  • Strong understanding of the lettings process and legislation
  • ARLA qualification beneficial but not essential
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
  • Proven ability to win new business and increase revenue
  • Motivated to achieve and exceed targets
  • Strong organisational and time management skills
  • Experience managing, motivating and developing a team
  • Knowledge of the Croydon area advantageous
  • Full UK driving licence 

What's In It For You?

  • Competitive basic salary
  • OTE of £55,000
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Ongoing training and professional development
  • Opportunities for career progression
  • Supportive and professional working environment 

Ready to take the next step in your property career?

If you are interested in this Lettings Manager role, please contact the Property Recruitment Team at Worth Recruiting today, quoting reference: WR85001.

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About Worth Recruiting: Worth Recruiting provides a bespoke recruitment service to the Property Industry offering roles in Estate Agency, Lettings, Commercial Property, Surveying, Property Management, Financial Services, and Prop Tech. Find out more at: worthrecruiting.me.

Job Reference: WR85001 – Lettings Manager – Estate Agent