Operations Manager – Prime Residential

Company: Deverell Smith Recruitment Ltd
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Location: London
Job Description:

Operations Manager – Prime Residential

Location: LondonSalary: Up to £75,000 basicWorking Hours: Monday-Friday

We’re working on an exciting opportunity for an Operations Manager to join a high-end private property environment, supporting the day-to-day management and operations of a portfolio of prime residential and commercial properties across London.

This is a varied, hands‑on role suited to someone highly organised, proactive and confident managing multiple priorities, suppliers and projects while working closely with ultra-high-net-worth individuals and their wider teams.

The Role

  • Oversee day-to-day operations across a portfolio of prime residential and commercial properties

  • Coordinate maintenance, repairs, refurbishments, inspections and preventative maintenance

  • Manage contractors and suppliers, including quotes, contracts, schedules and negotiations

  • Liaise with tenants, property managers, estate agents, developers and other key stakeholders

  • Act as a key point of contact for UHNW individuals, handling requests with discretion and professionalism

  • Conduct property visits and inspections, ensuring works are completed to a high standard

  • Manage procurement, invoices, budgets, payment tracking and supplier relationships

  • Research and source products, services and specialist suppliers

  • Manage multiple projects and workstreams, keeping deadlines and actions on track

  • Maintain accurate property records, supplier databases, trackers and operational documentation

  • Prepare reports, presentations and documents for senior stakeholders

  • Provide wider operational support to the property management team, including occasional international travel

About You

  • Previous experience within prime/high-end residential property, private estates, facilities or operations management

  • Strong understanding of property maintenance, repairs, refurbishment and contractor management

  • Experience working with high-net-worth/private clients

  • Confident managing contractors, budgets, quotes and service agreements

  • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

  • Proactive, hands‑on and able to work independently

  • Professional, discreet and confident dealing with senior stakeholders

  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills

  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills

Monday-Friday | London | Up to £75,000 basic

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Posted: October 5th, 2026