Job Description
UKmate.co.uk is a rental platform that digitalizes the entire renting process for overseas students and young professionals. This includes online viewings, sales consultations, tenant background checks, contract signing, deposit payments, and even property management. Its efficiency reduces the company's operating costs, tenancy signing costs, and landlord maintenance costs, ultimately benefiting both tenants and landlords.
UKmate serves 2,500 international students and 1,000 local professionals annually. The platform currently manages a £2 billion portfolio of UK real estate investments and is rapidly expanding in London, Sheffield, Southampton, Reading, and other cities. The platform offers a wide range of properties, from luxury high-rises, villas, and shared accommodations for multiple occupants, to budget-friendly options. 30% of the properties on the platform are self-owned by UKmate and its development partners.
About the Role: As an internship Letting Negotiator, you will be assisting with managing the rental process from start to finish. You will work closely with property owners and tenants to ensure that all parties are satisfied with the rental agreement. Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing tenant enquiries and applications
- Conducting property viewings and inspections
- Negotiating lease agreements and rental rates
- Coordinating tenant move-in and move-out processes
- Ensuring properties are well-maintained and addressing any maintenance issues that arise
- Handling tenant disputes and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner
- Building strong relationships with property owners and tenants to ensure their ongoing satisfaction
Job type: Internship
Requirements:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Attention to detail and ability to multitask
- Social media and marketing skills would be beneficial
- Mandarin and English Speaking
- Highly motivated and full of initiative
Others:
- Vibrant central London office and events and free beer
- Unlimited commission cap
- Career path - management role and business partnership
UKmate offers a dynamic work environment, competitive salary, and opportunities for growth and advancement.
To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and qualifications. We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Job Type: Internship
Contract length: 3 months
Salary: From £13,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
- Commission pay
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London, EC2R 8EJ
Reference ID: Property lettings internship of a High Growth Online Agency (Central London)