Worth Recruiting – Property Industry Recruitment 

Job Title: LETTINGS MANAGER – STUDENT LETTINGS- Residential Lettings

Location: Guildford, GU1

Salary: OTE £60,000 per annum

Position: Permanent, Full-Time

Reference: WR58690 

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious, experienced, and proactive Lettings Manager to take the lead in managing a dedicated student lettings division for a respected independent estate agency in Guildford.

You’ll be responsible for driving new instructions, managing a small team, and delivering exceptional service to landlords and students alike in a fast-moving and competitive market. 

Why This Role?

• Lead a growing student lettings department in a university city

• Join a successful, independent brand with a strong local presence

• High OTE potential and car allowance

• Opportunity to manage and mentor a motivated team

• Ideal platform for career growth within a dynamic agency

• Excellent local reputation and market share

What You'll Be Doing (Key Responsibilities):

• Managing the student lettings portfolio and team performance

• Conducting market appraisals and winning new landlord instructions

• Driving business growth and building strong landlord relationships

• Ensuring compliance with lettings legislation (especially student HMO requirements)

• Leading and mentoring a small team of negotiators

• Overseeing tenancy progression and renewals

• Working closely with local universities and student housing providers

• Ensuring a high standard of customer service throughout the rental cycle

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

• Experience as a Lettings Manager or a Senior Lettings Negotiator ready to step up

• Proven track record in generating and converting landlord instructions

• Strong knowledge of the student lettings market (preferred)

• Excellent people management and team leadership skills

• ARLA qualified or willingness to gain qualification (desirable)

• Familiarity with Guildford and surrounding areas

• Highly organised, proactive, and self-motivated

• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

What's In It For You?

• OTE up to £60,000

• High basic salary with car allowance

• 5-day working week (no regular weekend work)

• Autonomy to shape and grow the student lettings division

• Ongoing training and ARLA qualification support

• Excellent long-term career prospects within a respected agency

Ready to take the next step in your property career?

If you are interested in this Lettings Manager – Student Lettings role, please contact the Property Recruitment Team at Worth Recruiting today, quoting reference: WR58690.

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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: WR58690 – Lettings Manager – Student Lettings